Discuss neurodevelopmental disorders.
Explain the causes, characteristics, and treatment of intellectual disability.
Explain the causes, characteristics, and treatment of autism spectrum disorder.
Explain the causes, characteristics, and treatment of conduct disorder.
Explain the causes, characteristics, and treatment of ADHD.
Differentiate among learning and communication disorders.
Describe motor disorders.
Describe elimination disorders.
Describe the factors and treatments for separation anxiety disorder.
Describe characteristics of neurocognitive disorders.
Identify the symptoms, causes, and treatments of delirium.
Understand the symptoms, theories, and treatment of neurocognitive disorder due to Alzheimer's disease.
Explain neurocognitive disorders that are unrelated to Alzheimer's disease.
Identify neurocognitive disorders due to traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Describe neurocognitive disorders due to substances/medications and HIV infection.
Explain neurocognitive disorders due to a general medical condition.
Identify dementia, and its causes and treatments.
Analyze the biopsychosocial model of aging-related and cognitive disorders.
a) Intellectual disability: Causes can include genetic abnormalities, prenatal exposure to toxins, and brain injury. Characteristics may include limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior. Treatment involves educational programs and support services.
b) Autism spectrum disorder: Causes are believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Characteristics include difficulties with social communication and interaction, repetitive behavior, and sensory sensitivities. Treatment involves behavioral therapies, educational interventions, and support services.
c) Conduct disorder: Causes can include genetic, environmental, and social factors. Characteristics may include aggressive behavior, rule-breaking, and disregard for the rights of others. Treatment involves therapy, behavior management, and family support.
d) ADHD: Causes are thought to involve genetic, neurological, and environmental factors. Characteristics include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Treatment may include medication, behavioral therapy, and educational interventions.