Lec. 9: Neurodevelopmental Disorders

what is neurodivergence

different neurological function from what is "typical". usually autism or ADHD

what does neuro-atypical mean

people whos neurological function doesnt fit med. communitie's definition of "normal"

what is a "paradigm shift"

viewing neurodivergence as a problem, rather than a difference

what is ADHD

persistent patterns of hyperactivity and/or inattention that interferes with devleopment

what is the symptoms req. to be diagnosed with ADHD

symptoms must be present in 2+ settings (ex. school/work) and persist for atleast 6 months. must be present before age 12

what is inattention in ADHD

careless mistakes, less listening, task avoidance

what is hyperactivity/impulsivity in ADHD

restlessness, excessive talking, blurting, hard time waiting turn

different types of ADHD "treatment" (4)

1. meds

2. behavioural/psych changes (CBT, social skills training for ex)

3. education settings (IEP's, routine)

4. lifestyle change (hygene, exercize, nutrition, mindfulness

what is Autism spectrum disorder

per the DSM-5: a neurodivergent disorder characterized by communication problems and restrictive repetitive problems of behaviours or activities.

present in early chlidhood

autism diagnostic critera: what are the two main categories and some examples for them

1. social communication deficits(poor emotional reciprocity, non-verbal comms, eye contact problems, facial expression)

2. repetitive behaviour/interests/activities (stimming, speech, objects, routine, fixations, sensory stuff)

what is the dual empathy problem

how autistic people and non-autistic people mutually struggle to understand each other