PSY 638 PSY638 Grant Proposal.docx – Snhu

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PSY 638 PSY638 Grant Proposal.docx – Snhu

“Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of complex neurodevelopment disorders characterized by repetitive and characteristic patterns of behavior and difficulties with social communication and interaction” (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke,2019). This term refers to a wide range of symptoms, skills, and levels of disability in functioning and occurs in people with ASD. Published in 2013, the DSM-5 included Asperger syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorders. Occurs in every racial and ethnic group, across all socioeconomic levels. Though this is true, boys are more likely to develop ASD than girls. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated that one in sixty-eight children have ASD. Scientists believe that both genetics and environment play a role in ASD. There is concern about the rate of autism in recent decades without explanation as to why it is occurring or being diagnosed more often. There are several identified genes associated with the disorder. Imaging studies have found differences in the development of several regions of the brain.

PSY 638 PSY638 Grant Proposal.docx – Snhu

Assessment of Resources: There is no cure for ASD. There are many behavioral and therapeutic interventions that are designed to aid in symptoms. Educational and behavioral interventions are considered successful in children with ASD. Based on these interventions, therapists use structured and skill-oriented training sessions to aid children in developing different areas, such as social and language skills. One important service is early intervention. “Research shows that early intervention treatment services can greatly improve a child’s development” (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2019). Early intervention aid children from birth to three years of age to learn important skills. Services can include therapy which aids the child in talking, walking, and interactions. This can include assistive technology, speech and language services, counseling, medical services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and psychological services

PSY 638 PSY638 Grant Proposal.docx – Snhu

.A child that has not been diagnosed with ASD can still be eligible for early intervention. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) states that children under three who are at risk can be eligible for services. Parents and providers have found early intervention helpful. There are also identified gaps in the current system, which include eligibility, referral, family receptivity, service provision, and coordination with medical care. “Inadequate funding and variable procedures for evaluation may affect children’s eligibility. Referrals can be missed due to simple oversights or communication failures; referral outcomes often are not formally tracked. Families may not be receptive to services due to wariness of home visits, social stressors, denial about delays

PSY 638 PSY638 Grant Proposal.docx – Snhu

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