0
No. They are both neurological disorders, however autism is characterized by impaired social interaction and communication. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) is characterized by inattention, lethargy, disorganization, procrastination, forgetfulness, and easy distractedness.
Wiki User
∙ 13y ago
Wiki User
∙ 9y agoYes, ADD/ADHD is connected to Autism.
ADD/ADHD is comorbid with Autism, it's also regarded as a 'cousin' of Autism as symptoms can be very similar and are often Autistic people are misdiagnosed with ADD/ADHD. Many consider ADD/ADHD to be on the Autism spectrum, closer to the Neurotypical end.
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
Is autism connected to injections?
No, autism is a birth defect.
Is it possible to have ADD and autism?
yes it is very possible
How are autism and schizophrenia connected?
Autism and schizophrenia are not connected at all. In fact, it has been scientifically demonstrated that if you have an allele for schizophrenia you are less likely to have autism.
Are crooked pinkies related to autism?
No. Crooked pinkies can be inherited, so both autism and crooked pinkies could occur in several members of a family, but they are not connected.
Can a person have ADHD ADD OCD and tourettes?
Usually you are born with autism adhd and ocd , But peopel with autism also tend to have adhd and ocd
What are symptoms of ADD or Autism?
People with autism can also have ADD. Sometimes, one condition is misdiagnosed as the other. But, the two conditions are not related disorders. Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder. ADD is a neurobiological disorder related to the brain chemical dopamine. Here is an incomplete list of symptoms that might appear in either a child with autism or a child with ADD, but these symptoms will not appear in every child with either autism or ADD: - forgetfulness or short-term memory issues - talking excessively - social errors such as not waiting one's turn or interrupting - inability to focus on topics that are not primary areas of interest - fidgeting or stimming - easily distracted - considered disruptive
Is trouble speaking part if add adhd OCD autism and or any other disorder or dissbility?
Trouble speaking can be part of ADD ADHD and Autism, and a lot more. ADD and ADHD both have do to with Stuttering, not really trouble speaking. Autism can affect speech. If you have any questions about Autistic Children then email me at ijm9098@gmail.com I have tons of experience with Autistic children.
How bad is ADD compared with Autism?
The two conditions aren't comparable. ADD and Autism effects people differently but there are some symptoms that both conditions share such as Executive Dysfunction. How severely someone is effected can vary greatly from person to person and depending on their situation.
Is autism the same as retard?
No. Some may have intellectual disabilities as well, but many have average to high IQs as well.
If an autistic person has eczema or asthma is that linked with autism?
No autism is not related to eczema and asthma. Eczema and asthma are related to each other, but they are not connected to autism in any way. However, autism does appear to be more common in families with a history of atopy; that is, eczema, asthma and other allergies. There is significant evidence to suggest that autism is possibly an inflammatory genetic condition, the development of which is enhanced (or improved) by environmental factors such as diet, and exposure to various environmental toxins and irritants, and various poisons. Autism has a strong genetic component - 90% of paired identical twins will both have autism. However, 10% won't, indicating that environmental factors are clearly at play.
Is it possible for a twelve year old girl to only drink water and have add and adhd and autism and heart murmurs and used to have cancer?
Yes. Having cancer, Heart Murmurs, Autism and ADHD is independent of drinking water.
How do you spell Autism ?
autism
