Cognitive-Communication Disorders

These flashcards cover key concepts and terminology related to cognitive-communication disorders based on the provided lecture notes.

Developmental Disability

A condition characterized by physical or mental impairments that begin before age 22 and affect abilities in at least three domains such as self-care, communication, and independent living.

Intellectual Disability

A condition previously referred to as 'mental retardation,' involving cognitive performance and adaptive behaviors, affecting twice as many males as females.

Etiologies of Intellectual Disability

The causes of intellectual disability including chromosomal anomalies, genetic conditions, and untreated pathologies like inborn errors of metabolism.

Brain Injury

The leading cause of death and disability for American children and teens, which can affect communication, cognitive function, and personality.

Primary Damage

The direct damage caused to the brain at the time of injury.

Secondary Damage

Damage that occurs as a delayed response to the initial brain injury.

Further Causes of Brain Damage

Additional factors that can lead to brain damage, including pediatric CVA (cerebrovascular accident), brain tumors, abuse or neglect, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), and failure to thrive (FTT).

ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, a common neurodevelopmental disorder in children.

OCD

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, marked by unwanted repetitive thoughts and behaviors.

ODD

Oppositional Defiant Disorder, characterized by persistent patterns of anger, irritability, and defiance.

Conduct Disorder

A range of antisocial types of behavior displayed in childhood or adolescence.