Introductory awareness of autistic spectrum conditions 1.1 Describe the types of difficulty that individuals with an autistic spectrum condition may have with language and other ways of communicating with others. The different types of Autism in the autistic spectrum are: * social interactions (ie people with autism would often find it difficult to understand others' mental states and emotions, and respond accordingly) * verbal and non-verbal communication The sort of problems that adults with Autism may have include one or more of the following: * Not being able to express themselves well. * Not being able to understand gestures, facial expressions, or tone of voice. * Saying odd things. For example, repeating your words back to you, time and time again.
These methods of communication can be useful for building vocabularies of individuals with limited speech. Other individuals may have a vast vocabulary, but due to rigid sets of interests may only use repetitive speech which means their communication can be out of context, making conversations difficult. 2. - Problems that individuals with an autistic spectrum condition may have in social interaction and relationships Due to the social difficulties linked with autism, individuals often find social interaction and the building of relationships very difficult. Individuals with autism often have difficulties reading non-verbal forms of communication, such as body language, and find it hard to relate to other people’s feelings and emotions, which can effect their responses to a social situation as they will appear out of context or inappropriate.
1.1 describe the types of difficulty that individuals with an autistic spectrum condition may have with language and other ways of communicating with others The communication difficulties of autism vary from individual to individual. Some individual maybe unable to communicate verbally whilst others have an extreme vocab and are able to discuss un-depth areas of interest to them, some are able to communicate their needs and are able to express themselves whilst others need more visual methods such as pec’s or makaton. Expression of their needs can be very frustrating and they can only communicate this by shouting or screaming/challenging behaviours including self-harm. Individuals with ASD sometimes find it difficult or are unable to understand
Unit 28: Introductory Awareness of Autistic Spectrum Conditions Unit code: LD 210 Unit ref number: M/601/5316 QCF Level: 2 Credit Value: 2 1. Understand the area's in which individuals with an autistic spectrum condition characteristically have difficulties. 1.1 Describe the types of difficulty that individuals with an autistic spectrum condition may have with language and other ways of communicating with others. People with autism are affected in a variety of ways and to differing degrees. However, they all have difficulties with using language, being unable to talk and express their selves effectively and often having problems in processing and understanding the language and communication of others.
Some may not be able to speak or have fairly limited speech, whilst other will have good language skills but not understand the give-and-take nature of speech and will often talk at length about themselves and their own interests. Difficulties include not being able to cope with change in routines unless given enough time to adjust, not wanting to try new activities and not being able too enjoy activities with a group of people, restrictions can include diet, clothing surroundings due to, in some cases, heightened sensitivity to things such as taste, smell, noise and touch. OUTCOME 2 It is important to recognise that each individual has their own abilities, needs, strengths, preferences and interests so you can provide the care and support they need and avoid unnecessary distress. It is a spectrum condition as while all people with autism share certain difficulties the condition will affect them in different ways. Individuals with autism can also have accompanying learning difficulties, ADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and other learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyspraxia
Visual impairments can also be difficult in these situations and may affect a person’s ability to read body language, facial expressions and see gestures. Persons who have dual sensory loss will find it extremely difficult and be frustrated during day to day tasks. It can lead to loss of interests in activities and in some case may cause a person to have little or no contact with the world around them. It can have serious effects if a person misinterprets what they are being spoken to about by their family, friends and possibly medical professionals. Persons with hearing impairments would need to focus on reading lips and body language to uphold conversations just as people with visual impairments would rely on their hearing to be able to function effectively within society.
Their behavior may seem odd, unusual or even bizarre at times. They sometimes hear voices, talk to themselves, or respond to imaginary fears. At times, normal individuals may feel, think, or act in ways that resemble schizophrenia. Normal people may sometimes be unable to "think straight." They may become extremely anxious, for example, when speaking in front of groups and may feel confused, be unable to pull their thoughts together, and forget what they had intended to say.
Explain what is meant by the term dysarthria. Dysarthria is a disorder of speech 3. Describe the communication challenges presented to the individual and self by dysphasia and dysarthria. People with dysphasia often have language that is fluent with a normal rhythm and articulation but it is meaningless as they fail to comprehend what they are saying because they have problems word finding. So they can be asking for something but the words mean something else and communication could be difficult when talking to the individual.
Symptoms are affected by age, level of cognitive functioning and degree of social impairment. -Communication deficits if a child has a shortage in communication, this could be a sign that the child may not be developing at the right rate. Communication deficits may be related with a decreased level of spoken anxiety. -Attention deficit- hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ADHD is when people have problems with attention, hyperactivity, acting impulsive or not acting their age. -Bipolar disorder Bipolar is a mental illness characterised by periods of depression.
Identify and explain barriers to effective communication Language barriers – when someone speaks a different language or uses sign language, they may not be able to make any sense of information they are given by someone trying to help them. Cultural differences – when the same thing means different things in two cultures, communication can be difficult. Some cultures find eye contact very rude and defiant whereas other cultures find it polite and respectful. Emotional difficulties – we all have emotional difficulties at times and become upset. This effect can be to not hear or understand what people are saying to you.