The first lecture in the University of Derby Psychology Module 'Autism Asperger's & ADHD' (6PS503) - Introduction to the Module (2014). Given by Dr Simon Bignell (Senior Lecturer in Psychology)

1. Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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Introduction to
the Module
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2. AAA – Introduction to the module
The module team
Learning Outcomes
Introduction to the module
Structure of the module
– Sections (Lectures for on-campus students)
– Seminars
• Assessment
• Blackboard Website
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3. The Module Team
• Plus members of the Psychology team in the seminars,
tba.
• Plus the teaching support staff at the University
• The best way to contact us is by email, office hours or
the Forum.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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• Dr Simon Bignell (Module Leader)
– s.bignell@derby.ac.uk
– Room N208, Kedleston Road Campus
– Telephone: +44(0)1332 593043 (ext. 3043)
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4. Learning Outcomes of the module
On completion of the module you will be able to:
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of symptoms,
diagnosis, treatment and practices relating to Autistic
Spectrum Disorders and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity
Disorder.
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Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of research and
mainstream theories of Autistic Spectrum Disorders
and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
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5. Introduction to the module
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) / Autistic
Disorder / Autism.
• Asperger’s Syndrome (of ASD in DSM-V).
• Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
• Focussing on symptoms, diagnosis and
treatment.
• You will be encouraged to consider the often
fine line between Autistic Spectrum Disorders
and the subtypes of AttentionDeficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
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6. Introduction to the module
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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• The aim is to get you thinking about the
similarities and differences between these
three interrelated common developmental
disorders:
– perhaps to challenge your existing
assumptions.
– to look at the experience of those with the
conditions and their carers.
– to link with the academic literature.
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7. Structure of the module
Reading and self-guided study.
Sections (Lectures).
Group Seminars.
Forum.
Blackboard Website.
Discussion before and after lectures and
seminars.
• Email.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
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8. On-Campus
Students
Lectures
(Sections)
Seminars
Group
Seminars
Website
Self Guided
Study
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Room
T111, 9-11
(9.30 start)
Module
Contents
Guest
Speakers
Group A
Room T111, 11-12
or
Group B
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
Room T111, 12-1
‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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9. Sections (on-campus students)
Section 1 – Module Introduction.
Section 2 – ADHD and Hyperkinetic Disorder.
Section 3 – Autism Spectrum Disorder (Autism).
Section 4 – Asperger's Disorder.
Section 5 – Classification, Assessment & Diagnosis.
Section 6 – Aetiology.
Section 7 – Comorbidity.
Section 8 – Treatment For ADHD.
Section 9 – Treatment For Autism.
Section 10 – Autism, Asperger's and ADHD.
Section 11 – Revision & Exam Tips.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
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10. Themes.
Misdiagnosis vs. Missed diagnosis.
Behavioural/Cognitive vs. Pharmacological treatment.
Normal vs. Pathological behaviour.
Continuum vs. Categorical classification.
Academia & Parental viewpoints.
Aetiological vs. Symptomatological.
Evidence-based vs. Anecdotal-based methods.
Acceptance vs. Rejection of Disorder.
Mild vs. Severe degrees of impairment.
Increasing incidence vs. Better awareness.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
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11. Group Seminars (on-campus students only)
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Group meetings for discussion, debate, workshop activities, videos and looking
at research papers/publications. You’ll be expected to do academic reading
for these.
Week 1: No Seminar
Week 2: Seminar 1 - Introduction to ADHD
Week 3: Seminar 2 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder
Week 4: Seminar 3 - Videos on ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder
Week 5: Seminar 4 - Classification, Assessment and Diagnosis
Week 6: Seminar 5 - Aetiology of ASD and ADHD
Week 7: Seminar 6 - Videos on ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder; or Guest
Speaker*
Week 8: Seminar 7 - Videos on ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder; or Guest
Speaker*
Week 9: Seminar 8 - Videos on ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder; or Guest
Speaker*
Week 10: Seminar 9 - Videos on ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder; or Guest
Speaker*
Week 11: Seminar 10 - Videos on ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorder; or Guest
Speaker*
*Guest speakers are to be confirmed.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
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12. Assessment
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Assessment is 100 per cent by exam. The campus examination is 2
hours long.
Answer 2 questions from 6 (one pair of questions from three
questions sets.)
A)
i) ??
ii) ??
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i) ??
ii) ??
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Campus Spring Exam Period
(Monday 28 April - Friday 9 May 2014)
See: http://www.derby.ac.uk/exam/exam-timetable
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Answer one pair of questions from either set A, B, or C:
i) ??
ii) ??
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Note: Questions will differ from previous years’ exam papers.
Note: Distance Learners have a different assessment.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
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13. What Is The Format Of The Exam?
Mock exam questions
Look at the past papers
on the Forum
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
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‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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Answer one pair of questions from set A, B, or C:
A)
i) Using evidence from research, evaluate the suggestion that the symptoms of
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder are explainable as one end of a continuum
of normal human behaviour.
ii) Illustrate the factors that may obstruct the treatment of Autism, Asperger’s
Syndrome and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
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i) Assess the issues surrounding the use of food supplements and special diets in
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
ii) Using evidence from research, outline how the symptoms of Autism may impair
children’s cognitive and social development.
Or
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i) Using evidence from research, summarise the support for the main theories of
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.
ii) Discuss why early intervention is important for children diagnosed with Autism.
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14. What Are The Exam Questions?
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• Note: Questions will differ from previous years’
exam papers.
• With reference to research...
• Using evidence from research...
• Using evidence from research and/or theory...
• "......", Discuss.
Diagnosis of Autism/ADHD.
Theories of Autism/ADHD.
Causes of Autism/ADHD.
Subtypes of ADHD.
Assessment & Treatment of Autism/ADHD.
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
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15. Resources
Lecturer: Simon Bignell
Section: 1 of 11
‘Autism, Asperger’s & ADHD’ (6PS503)
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• UDO -> Blackboard for main web pages.
• Web pages are constantly being
updated/improved.
• All lecture materials (from previous years) are
released upfront. Minor updates before lecture.
• All lecture audio recordings are released upfront.
• Online Forum for main discussion and some
interactive content.
• Suggestions for seminar content and reading
encouraged.
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16. Recommended Reading
The recommended text is:
• Kennedy, D.M. (2002). The ADHD-Autism Connection: A Step
Toward More Accurate Diagnosis and Effective Treatment.
CO: Waterbook Press. ISBN 1-57856-498-0.
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Uta Frith (2003) Autism: Explaining the Enigma. Blackwell.
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Simon Baron-Cohen (1995) Mindblindness: An Essay On Autism And Theory Of
Mind. The MIT Press.
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Tony Attwood (2007) The Complete Guide To Asperger’s Syndrome. JKP.
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Martin Kutscher (2005) Kids In The Syndrome Mix of ADHD, LD, Asperger’s,
Tourette’s, Bipolar, and More! JKP.
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These are also recommended:
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Russell Barkley (1997) ADHD and the nature of self-control. Guilford Press.
Jacqui Jackson (2004) Multicoloured Mayhem: Parenting the many shades of
adolescents and children with Autism, Asperger Syndrome and AD/HD. JKP.
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