What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

Autism Spectrum Disorder​ or " (a)   "

• ASD
• ADS
• ADHD
• SDA

Benjamin is studying about Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which is a lifelong ​ ​ (a)   disorder. It affects how people behave and interact with the world around them.

• developmental

• movement

• Musculoskeletal

Scarlett can be associated with (a)   issues or an (b)   . However, not everyone with ASD will experience these (c)   .

• mental health

• intellectual disability

• problems

About 1 in ​ (a)   students in Arjun's school has ASD

• 150

• 15

• 300

• 1000

The exact origins of (a)   remain unknown. Current research indicates that it may be influenced by a combination of (b)   and (c)   elements.

• autism spectrum disorder

• developmental

• genetic

In a school project, Liam and Evelyn are learning about the multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis, which can include input from (a)   , (b)   , (c)   or speech pathologists who often use the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, or (d)   , which was produced by the (e)  

• pediatricians

• psychiatrists

• psychologists

• DSM-5

• American psychiatric association

The national guideline for diagnosing (a)   was introduced in (b)   during (c)   . It provides a standardized approach to ensure consistency in the diagnostic process, detailing the necessary information and its future applications.

• autism spectrum disorders

• Australia

• 2018

Mason is a child who benefits from developmental therapies and supports that aim to support people to form positive relationships with other people and learn social and communication in every day and structured settings such as schools. One method used is the (a)   which is undertaken through play which is usually on the floor. There are also medical therapies and supports that are available that are used to improve some of the difficulties children and young people face. Medication includes (b)   and (c)   that can help reduce difficulties such as anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder or sleep disorders. There are other therapies and supports that are not generally used by professionals as there hasn’t been enough research for there to be evidence of their effectiveness. These include methods such as (d)   which aims to improve communication skills and social skills through singing, writing music and listening to music.

• DIR/Floortime Method

• antipsychotics

• stimulants

• music therapy

When researching (a)   , it is crucial to use reliable (b)   in (c)   to ensure the information is current and precise.

These sources include:

Government agencies

Academic institutions

Community-based groups

Global networks.

• autism spectrum disorder

• organisations

• Australia