Communication Disorders The DSM-5 communication disorders include language disorder (which combines DSM-IV expressive and mixed receptive-expressive language disorders), speech sound disorder (a new name for phono-logical disorder), and childhood-onset fluency disorder (a new name for stuttering). Also included is social (pragmatic) communication disorder, a new condition for persistent difficulties in the social uses of verbal and nonverbal communication. Because social communication deficits are one component of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it is important to note that social (pragmatic) communication disorder cannot be diagnosed in the presence of restricted repetitive behaviors, interests, and activities (the other component of ASD). The symptoms of some patients diagnosed with DSM-IV pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified may meet the DSM-5 criteria for social communication disorder. Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism spectrum disorder is a new DSM-5 name that reflects a scientific consensus that four previously separate disorders are actually a single condition with different levels of symptom severity in two core domains. ASD now encompasses the previous DSM-IV autistic disorder (autism), Asperger’s disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified. ASD is characterized by 1) deficits in social communication and social interaction and 2) restricted repetitive behaviors, interests, and activities (RRBs). Because both components are required for diagnosis of ASD, social communication disorder is diagnosed if no RRBs are present. To read more about the changes from DSM-IV to DSM-5, visit: http://www.dsm5.org/Documents/changes%20from%20dsm-iv-tr%20to%20dsm-5.pdf |
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Actress Mageina Tovah, known for her roles in “Scandal,” “American Horror Story,” “Shameless,” “The Shield,” and the Spider-man movies, is using her voice to raise awareness about autism in her new film, “Hux.” Magenia will star in the film, as well as co-direct and write the screenplay.
According to Mageina, the main character, Hux, “lives alone with her dog in a remote little cabin away from the overwhelming stimuli of people, noises, and distractions.” Though the cabin is her safe place, Hux “desperately wants to feel connected to others.” When civilization as she knows it comes to an end, Hux encounters another lost soul, and the two “find an improbable bond in the midst of their desolation.” This film is breaking barriers by showcasing a strong female lead and putting a character with autism in a heroic role. Support Mageina’s Kickstarter campaign to raise funds for the film’s production, and hear her explain the her vision in the video below! This is an inspiring project that promises to make a big impact on the autism community! Read more at http://blog.theautismsite.com/hux/#kOkGJgakpFRv0Vxx.99
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