Pervasive Disintegrative Disorder
Pervasive Disintegrative Disorder Causes
The cause of pervasive disintegrative disorder is still not known. It is however, found to be associated with epilepsy, lipid storage diseases and tuberous sclerosis.
Pervasive Disintegrative Disorder Definition
Pervasive disintegrative disorder is a developmental disorder in which children whose development is normal until age 3 or 4, exhibit a severe loss of social, communication and other skills after the said age.
Pervasive Disintegrative Disorder Diagnosis
To preliminarily diagnose pervasive disintegrative disorder, developmental screenings are conducted. To confirm a diagnosis, a formal and comprehensive evaluation follows, through the conduct of the following tests: medical history, genetic tests, neurological examination, communication and language tests, hearing, and vision tests, among others.
Pervasive Disintegrative Disorder Symptoms and Signs
The symptoms of this condition are significant loss of previously acquired or learned verbal, social, and motor skills after a certain age, lack of normal function, and repetitive and stereotyped behavioral patterns, among others.
Pervasive Disintegrative Disorder Treatment
The treatment for pervasive disintegrative disorder is behavior therapy, specifically designed to help the child learn or relearn verbal, social, and self-care skills.