Autism Spectrum Disorder- KINS 407

Is there a higher prevalence of ASD in children or adults?

Children In children (3-17): 1 in 36 In adults: 1 in 45 Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/autism-statistics-asd

Name 3 positive risk factors for Autism?

Any of these are accepted: -Gender -Family History -Very low birth weight due to Preterm Pregnancy -Maternal Health (obesity, diabetes, or immune) -Advanced Parental Age -Environmental Factors : Exposed to Toxins -Comorbidities (with Fragile X Syndrome having the highest prevalence ) Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3513682/

Name 2 interventions that may be used to treat Autism

Any of these are accepted: Occupational Therapy Therapy Sensory Integration Therapy Physical Therapy Cognitive-Behavior Therapy Social Skills Groups ABA ( Applied Behavior Analysis) Source: https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/autism/conditioninfo/treatments

Which race has a higher prevalence of ASD? a. White b. Black c. Hispanic d. Asian or Pacific Islander

Asian or Pacific Islander - 3.3% White - 2.4% Black - 2.9% Hispanic - 3.2% Asian or Pacific Islander - 3.3% Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/autism-statistics-asd

Name 3 Negative Risk Factors

Bad parenting Vaccines Diet Source: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccinesafety/concerns/autism.html

What are the two tests that are considered the gold standard for Autism? Hint: These are the acronyms ADI-R & ADOS

The Autism Diagnostic Interview (ADI-R) *gold standard* Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) *gold standard* Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1071909120300425#:~:text=The%202%20tests%20that%20are,the%20Autism%20Diagnostic%20Interview%2DRevised.

Which of the following are disorders that fall under the "spectrum" of ASD? a. Asperger disorder b. Rett disorder c. Childhood disintegrative disorder d. a and b e. a, b, and c

e. a, b, and c Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2931781/

What are signs and symptoms of ASD? a. Difficulty with communication and interaction with other people b. Restricted interests and repetitive behaviors c. Symptoms that affect their ability to function in school, work, and other areas of life d. Sleeping all the time e. a, b, c f. a , d, b g. all of the above

e. a, b, c Source: DSM https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd

Exercise can improve symptoms of Autism by: a. bettering attention span b. creating an overall healthier lifestyle c. improving posture and balance d. decreasing independence e. all of the above f. a ,b , and c

f. a, b, and c Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/expert-opinion/autism-exercise-benefits

Exercise can reduce symptoms such as: a. hyperactivity b. dehydration c. tantrums d. self-independence e. all of the above f. a and b g. a and c

g. a and c Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/expert-opinion/autism-exercise-benefits

Name 3 exercise precautions that may be considered while in session

-Be mindful that the individual may lose focus if tasks seem too structured so you want to make it as natural of an encounter as possible -Start small -Build motor skills -Sample different types of physical activity -Be a role model and enlist friends and family

How does Autism Develop?

-Having a sibling with ASD -Having older parents -Having certain genetic conditions (such as Down syndrome or Fragile X syndrome) -Having a very low birth weight -Exposures to toxins -Abnormal Brain Growth Source: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/autism-spectrum-disorders-asd#part_2280

How many reps of muscular fitness exercises should they participate in ?

1-2 reps Source: https://www.acsm.org/blog-detail/acsm-certified-blog/2019/07/09/3-key-elements-to-successfully-training-children-with-autism

How many reps of flexibility exercises should they participate in ?

2-8 reps Source: https://www.acsm.org/blog-detail/acsm-certified-blog/2019/07/09/3-key-elements-to-successfully-training-children-with-autism

How many minutes of aerobic activity is recommended?

3-8 minutes Source: https://www.acsm.org/blog-detail/acsm-certified-blog/2019/07/09/3-key-elements-to-successfully-training-children-with-autism

How many minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity should they participate in? How many days?

30-60 minutes , 3 days/week Source: https://www.acsm.org/blog-detail/acsm-certified-blog/2019/07/09/3-key-elements-to-successfully-training-children-with-autism

What are the 4 types of medication that lessen the symptoms of autism? Hint : The 4 A's

Antidepressants Anticonvulsants Anti-anxiety Antipsychotics Source: https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/autism/conditioninfo/treatments/medication-treatment

Fill in the blank: Rating of severity is dependent on C__________ , I___________ , and R___________ B_________

Communication, Interaction, Repetitive Behavior (CIRB) Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/levels-autism

Which gender has a higher prevalence of ASD?

Male Male: 4 in 100 Female: 1 in 100 Source: https://www.autismspeaks.org/autism-statistics-asd

True or False? Aerobic fitness may be difficult to determine

True, because of the impact on social understanding, motivation, motor function, and focus.

What could you include in the exercise program to improve focus?

Visual Supports Source: https://www.acsm.org/blog-detail/acsm-certified-blog/2019/07/09/3-key-elements-to-successfully-training-children-with-autism

What fitness test is used in the evaluations of individuals with Autism? (may be multiple choices) a. Balance Test b. 6-minute walk Test c. Pacer Test d. Rockport Test

b, c, and d Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4182001/