What is high functioning PDD?
High-functioning pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs) have only recently been widely recognised; they are diagnosed mainly in children. Key features are impaired social cognition and communication; obsessive interests, routines or activities; and social or occupational dysfunction.
What is idiosyncratic speech?
Idiosyncratic language occurs when the child uses standard words or phrases in an unusual, but meaningful way (Volden & Lord, 1991). It is a broad term that can refer to a number of speech characteristics that are errors in the pragmatics of communication.
How can you tell if someone is slightly autistic?
Common signs of autism
- Avoiding eye contact.
- Delayed speech and communication skills.
- Reliance on rules and routines.
- Being upset by relatively minor changes.
- Unexpected reactions to sounds, tastes, sights, touch and smells.
- Difficulty understanding other people’s emotions.
What are the signs of low spectrum autism?
Some things to look out for include limited eye-contact, inability to communicate, inappropriate responses, rarely smiling or lack of expressions, difficulty expressing empathy, overreacting to changes, OCD behaviors, lack of impulse control, disliking physical touch, self-injury, and head-banging.
What are 10 signs of ADHD?
Adult ADHD: 10 Symptoms to Look For 1. Lack of Focus 2. Extreme Focus 3. Restlessness and Anxiety 4. Lack of Motivation 5. Lack of Organization 6. Forgetfulness 7. Impulsiveness 8. Relationship Struggles 9. Lack of Self-Esteem 10. Health Concerns
What are the symptoms of dependent personality disorder?
People with dependent personality disorder symptoms become emotionally dependent on others and take great pains to please others, even to their own detriment. People with the condition exhibit overly needy, clingy behavior and harbor an intense fear of separation and abandonment.
What is BPD and symptoms?
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a personality disorder that typically includes the following symptoms: Intense mood swings, impulsive behaviors, and extreme reactions can make it difficult for people with borderline personality disorder to complete schooling, maintain stable jobs and have long-lasting, healthy relationships.
What are the symptoms of oppositional defiant disorder in adults?
Adults with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) display a pattern of negative, hostile, and defiant behavior that lasts at least six months and includes four (or more) of the following symptoms: Often loses temper Often argues with family and coworkers Actively defies or refuses to comply with rules and laws Deliberately annoys people Blames others for his or her mistakes or misbehavior Easily annoyed by others Angry and resentful Spiteful or vindictive
