Autism Awareness - Qp8

8 Questions | By Jacksonmatthews | Updated: Mar 19, 2022 | Attempts: 2927

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World Autism Awareness Day Quizzes & Trivia

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1.

It is considered that certain behavioural interventions which are used to ‘treat’ or to attempt to ‘cure’ autism, may be harmful to the person upon whom they are imposed.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
2.

Legal issues which affect people with autism mainly stem around the medical identification and diagnosis of autism, and the educational needs of autistic people, and discrimination cases can often also require legal assistance.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
3.

There are many reasons why ______ difficulties and communication problems have led to poor access to health care services, and there are further reasons, however, why organisations – particularly third sector private care providers – need to be responsible and vigilant with regards to ensuring access to required facilities for autistic people under their care.
- A.
  
  Learning
- B.
  
  Healthcare
4.

In the past, people with learning disabilities or autism, were regarded as_______ important than typical people, and this can still occur as carers and professionals can still undervalue the people who rely on them for help and support.
- A.
  
  More
- B.
  
  Less
- C.
  
  Somewhat
5.

The type of support is based in community or non-clinical environments and can offer:- (Select Five)
- A.
  
  Training to facilitate good mainstream practice
- B.
  
  Diagnostic and assessment services for those with complex needs
- C.
  
  Support from family and friends
- D.
  
  Specialist consultancy and intensive outreach support where placement is at risk of breakdown
- E.
  
  Courses specifically for adults with autism, such as social skills and independent living
- F.
  
  Drop-in advice, signposting and brokerage support to adults with autism.
6.

Many adults with autism are unable to access the support they need, which leaves them isolated and vulnerable, this ______ of timely appropriate support can result in unnecessary mental health deterioration and reliance on high-cost acute services.
- A.
  
  Evidence
- B.
  
  Lack
- C.
  
  Absence