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Autism

Autism. By: Bodie Hall. What is Autism?.

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Autism

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  1. Autism By: Bodie Hall

  2. What is Autism? • “Autism - or more precisely the autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) - represent a broad group of developmental disorders characterized by impaired social interactions, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors or severely limited activities and interests.” • www.genome.gov

  3. How do you get Autism? • “When physical features, small head size or brain malformations are present or there is a family history of relatives with autism, genetic testing such as chromosome analysis and single-gene testing is done.” • www.genome.gov

  4. Is There a Test to see if Autism is Inherited? • “Diagnosis of autism is based on standardized testing plus a clinical evaluation by an autism specialist. These professionals are usually psychologists, psychiatrists, developmental pediatricians, pediatric neurologists or medical geneticists.” • “Scientists are not certain what causes autism, but it's likely that both genetics and environment play a role.” • www.genome.gov

  5. Is There a Cure for Autism? • “There is currently no cure for autism. However, autism can be managed and shaped at a young age, even as early as pre-school. Early intensive therapy can have a positive effect on development later in life.” • “Treatment of autism involves medical and behavioral therapies to help children with conversational language and social interactions. Treatment also involves helping children decrease their repetitive, self-stimulatory behaviors, tantrums and self-injurious behavior.” • www.genome.gov

  6. One Picture of the Disease

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