Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007 I CAN Distinguish the developmental disorders by symptoms Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007

Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007 Autism A fundamental brain disorder with genetic influences marked by disabilities in language, social interaction, and the ability to understand another person’s state of mind. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007

Asperger’s Syndrome/Disorder A milder variant of Autistic Disorder. It differs from other autism spectrum disorders by its relative preservation of linguistic and cognitive development. People with Asperger's often display intense interests. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007

Dyslexia/ Developmental Reading Disorder A reading disability, thought by some experts to involve a brain disorder in the language processing center. It is estimated that dyslexia affects between 5% and 17% of the U.S. population. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007

ADHD Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder A developmental disability involving short attention span, distractibility, and extreme difficulty in remaining inactive for any period of time.. For these problems to be diagnosed as ADHD, they must be out of the normal range for the child's age and development . Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007

Ritalin- Methylphenidate It is believed that it works by activating the brain stem arousal system and cortex. Pharmacologically, it works on the neurotransmitter dopamine, and in that respect resembles the stimulant characteristics of cocaine. Street Name / Slang Terms Kibbles & Bits, Kiddy-Cocaine, Skippy, Smarties, Vitamin R. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2007

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