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Understanding Students with Autism

Defining Autism IDEA: Autism is a developmental disability that affects children prior to the age of three in three areas: – Verbal and nonverbal communication – Social Interactions – Academic performance Diagnostic and Statistics Manuel of Mental Disorders: Pervasive Development Disorder (PDD) – Autistic disorder, Rett’s disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, Asperger’s disorder, and PDD not otherwise specified Educators often use the term autism spectrum disorder when referring to some or all of these disorders

Prevalence of Autism In 2006, 223,395 students Fewer students with Asperger’s Syndrome Males outnumber females four to one Increased prevalence in last decade Different theories for the increase in prevalence: – Greater public awareness – More refined diagnostic procedures

Characteristics of Autism Language Development – Ranging from no verbal communication to complex communication Delayed Language Echolalia – Social Development Delays in social interactions and social skills Impaired use of nonverbal behavior Lack of peer relationships Failure to spontaneously share enjoyment, interests, and achievements Lack of reciprocity

Characteristics of Autism Repetitive behavior – Obsessions, tics, and perseverations Problem behavior – Self-injurious behavior – Aggression Need for environmental predictability Sensory and movement disorders Intellectual functioning – Savant syndrome

Determining the Presence Usually in early childhood Often uses some of the same tests given to students with intellectual disabilities and multiple disabilities Criteria may include: – Speech and language – Academic achievement – Cognitive functioning – Medial physical status Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised

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