Psychology 2030A/B Chapter Notes - Chapter 14: Tantrum, Amniocentesis, Oxytocin Receptor

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2030A/B
• Professor: Ian Nicholson

Document Summary

Neurodevelopmental disorder show themselves early in life and often persist as the person grows older, so the term childhood disorder is misleading. All childhood disorders are presumed to be neurologically based. In childhood, brain changes signi cantly for several years after birth; this is also the time when critical developments occur in social, emotional, cognitive and other important competency areas. \from a developmental perspective, the absence of early and meaningful social relationships has serious consequences. Identifying a disorder such as autism at an early age is important for these children so their social de cits can be addressed before they affect other skill domains. Knowledge of normal development is important for understanding the nature of childhood psychological disorders such as autism. One of the most common reasons children are referred for mental health services. Primary characteristics include a pattern of inattention (like being disorganized, forgetful about school or work-related tasks), hyperactivity, and impulsivity.