The nonprofit organization Autism Speaks is perhaps one of the most well-known in the realm of disability charity and welfare promotion for autistic people. Oftentimes, when working with disabled youth and adults, autistic people will frequently be seen as part of the patient population. As I am looking to become a social worker, I will be working closely with these patients and need to familiarize myself with the organizations that are commonly and frequently pointed to when it comes to looking
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Autism is a developmental disability that mostly occurs within the first three years of a child's life. It affects the regular development of the brain in the areas of social interactions and communication abilities. Music therapy is one of the many ways to help enhance the skills that these children have trouble with. Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who
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Asperger’s syndrome is one of the most popular types of autism among adults and adolescents. The vast majority of the world has heard of Asperger’s but do they know what it is? When a person hears the word Asperger’s they would usually think of a young child but, what happens when that child becomes an adult? The reality of the situation is that Asperger’s is for life. Once the sufferers are adults in there society they have to learn that they need to rely on themselves to take the medicine that
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Tourettes Syndrome in Children Tourettes syndrome (TS) is a neurological disease which means it is in the brain. Although its specific cause is still under scientific investigation, it is believed that tourettes is caused by neurotransmitters in the brain which do not connect properly. It is a known fact this disease is genetic but it is usually not passed on by parents. It is also know that the disease can be influenced by ones environmental surroundings. Tourettes is diagnosed
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Jackie Clanton PSY/450 January 26, 2013 Dr. Angela Ramirez Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Obsessive compulsive disorder is one of many anxiety disorders and is defined as a mental disorder in which an individual experiences obsessions or compulsions, either singly or together according to the Merriam Webster online dictionary. Obsessive compulsive can start in childhood or young adulthood the disorder is equally common among men and women in adulthood (Parmet
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kids are now diagnosed with some type of autism in the United States. Autism is not necessarily accompanied by mental retardation because there are cases of children with speech and intelligence intact, especially those diagnosed with “...Asperger's Syndrome, a high functioning form of autism, that is marked by normal intelligence, often accompanied by exceptional skill or talent in a specific area, but deficient social and communication skills...” (Myers). Giving the fact that austim is a spectrum
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Eventhough there are many jobs I could have I have choosen to choose a Heart surgent for numorous resons one because the pay and the saving lifes would be Wonderful to fo for a person. Heart Surgeant is the job I pickeed. Open heart surgery can be real painful on a family, just as it is to the person having it. My father had to undergo this procedure, and might have to undergo it again. This was a devasting time for my family and myself. This occurred almost two years ago. The evening before
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General Psychology Asperger’s Syndrome Tiffany Beach Asperger's syndrome is defined as a developmental disorder that affects a person's ability to socialize and communicate effectively with others. Doctors group Asperger's syndrome with other conditions that are called autistic spectrum disorders or pervasive developmental disorders, these disorders affect social skills and communication. A good thing to keep in mind Asperger’s syndrome is generally thought to be at the milder end
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What is the truth about Tourette’s Syndrome? Jake Walter Herzing University Abstract Though out this paper, we will discuss the truth and myths behind Tourette’s syndrome and insure we have a good understanding of what the disorder really is. We will try to break the Hollywood stereotype of this disorder and who are really the worst hit from Tourette’s syndrome. We will also discuss what the patient’s symptoms will be and what they may go through and classified the types of symptoms known
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|Reflection | | | |Following on from your placement, please reflect on the time you spent in the area using a reflective model e.g. Gibbs Model below.| |Please take into consideration your planned outcomes and the development of your role as a Trainee
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