Conditions Exam 1 Study Guide

Cerebral Palsy

A developmental disability resulting from an injury to an immature brain, causing paralysis and characterized by non-progressive sensorimotor issues.

Spastic Paralysis

A type of cerebral palsy marked by tight muscles and stiff movements.

Hemiplegia

A form of cerebral palsy where one side of the body is affected.

Diplegia

A form of cerebral palsy affecting one half of the body.

Quadriplegia

A form of cerebral palsy impacting all four extremities.

Athetoid movements

Involuntary writhing movements associated with basal ganglia involvement.

Echolalia

The repetition of phrases or noises that another person has said, often seen in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

ADHD

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

A condition marked by excessive worry and anxiety across multiple areas of life.

Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Depressed mood, feelings of hopelessness, fatigue, altered sleep, and impaired cognition.

Social Anxiety Disorder

An anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear of social situations and being judged by others.

Sensory Processing Disorder

A neurological disorder affecting the brain's ability to organize sensory information effectively.

Postural Disorders

A subtype of Sensory Processing Disorder involving issues with balance, muscle tone, and coordination.

Intellectual Disability (ID)

Limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior evident before age 18.

Bipolar Disorder

A mood disorder characterized by extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania and depression.

Clonus

An abnormal reflex response characterized by repetitive, uncontrolled muscle contractions.

Hyperreflexia

An excessive reflex response indicating potential neurological issues.

Areallexia

The absence of reflexes, often seen in lower motor neuron damage.