KRLS 207 Lecture Notes - Lecture 13: Autism Spectrum, Leo Kanner, Fusiform Gyrus
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November 8th - physical activity and recreation for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (asd): Asd - some numbers: 1 in 68 children have asd, reported to occur in all - racial, ethnic, socioeconomic groups, 5 times more common among boys than girls. Idea based on children"s needs that were unfilled. Autism and diagnosis: currently - dsm5-5 uses 5 diagnosis criteria, reasons for latest changes, lack of precision, common set of behaviors. Hypersensitivity to touch - temple grandin: took a concept of slaughtering animals (squeeze box) - to develop a hug box for people - helps address hypo and hypersensitivity. Persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts. Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Symptoms cause significant impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of current functioning. Spectrum - symptoms and characteristics may be present in a variety of combinations - variations in levels of support needed - of people live independently.