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Firstly, it's possible it could be both at once. Jacobsen Syndrome (11q deletion) describes an underlying cause of the child's problems, while autism describes the behavioral characteristics present in the child. Autism can have many possible causes, with Jacobsen Syndrome being one of them. It's kind of like saying 'is it a fever or is it measles?'
Diagnosing autism in a child with Jacobsen Syndrome poses the same challenges as diagnosing it in any child with cognitive disabilities. Both autism and cognitive disabilities will cause delays in social and language skills. However, in autism, these delays are more severe than their level of ability in other areas would predict (eg a child may be able to complete puzzles designed for 8 year olds, but have the social skills of a toddler). In addition, autism causes abnormal behavior as well as delays.
Socially, many autistic kids show a lack of interest in social interaction, which is not typical of any age level. Many autistic kids avoid eye contact as well. In addition, autistic kids who are verbal may show echoing of sentences or phrases out of context, known as delayed echolalia.
Furthermore, autistic kids typically show unusually repetitive behavior. This includes odd motor mannerisms such as hand-flapping or rocking, intense interests in specific areas (eg fascination with lampposts), or insistence on certain routines or rituals. These behaviors can sometimes be seen in non-autistic kids with cognitive disabilities, but is more extreme in autistic children.
Since Jacobsen Syndrome is not very well-known, if the child's needs are similar to autistic children a diagnosis of autism could be useful for therapeutic purposes. If you think your child is showing autistic traits, consult a psychologist.
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How is asperger's syndrome different from autism diagnosis?
There really is no difference between Autism and Asperger Syndrome, thus why the two diagnosis have now been merged - many doctors simply diagnosed Asperger Syndrome to avoid stigma of Autism. The only real difference was that Autistic children showed developmental delays, however that in itself does not mean that Asperger Syndrome was a seperate disorder just that different children develop at different rates.
What is mild autism?
There's no such thing as mild autism, there is just autism.A person is born Autistic, how their autism effects them can vary greatly and change throughout their lives. This is why autism is know an a spectrum disorder. Also some people claim Asperger Syndrome is a 'mild form of autism' but this isn't the case, it's just an old diagnosis for Autistic people who didn't display developmental delays - or often it was used to diagnose people to avoid stigma of Autism.
Would a child have autism if she does not walk before she is 14 months?
Not necessarily, autism is a lot more than developmental delays and typically when we talk of developmental delays with Autism we're talking about social and communication delays. If a child were not walking when they were expected to it could be due to any number of things.
What is an example of Pervasive Developmental Disorder?
Pervasive Developmental Disorders,or PDD, are a range of disorders in which young children display delays in skills, especially social skills. Autism falls into this category, as does Asperger's syndrome and Rett's syndrome.
Can you have Asperger's Syndrome when you are an adult?
Yes, you can have Asperger Syndrome when you're an adult.Asperger Syndrome is no longer a diagnosis, it has been merged with Autism - the two are the same, the only difference was that Asperger Syndrome was given to those who were Autistic but without developmental delays in childhood, not enough to be a separate diagnosis. You are born Autistic and you continue to be Autistic throughout your entire life, Autism is a difference in your brain and your brain doesn't change to that of a neurotypical person once you enter adulthood.
Was Daryl Hannah born with autism?
No, Darryl Hannah's diagnosis is Autism Spectrum Disorder.Asperger Syndrome was a separate diagnosis to Autism, one given to children without developmental delays, but now Asperger Syndrome has been merged into Autism diagnosis. Darryl Hannah was severely Autistic as a child, enough that she was almost institutionalized.
Was diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder but counselor asked if ever checked 4 Asbergers Syndrome bc was very developmentally delayed I couldn't even tie my shoes til 14yrs old How wld I know 4 sure?
If you had developmental delays then you would have been diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder under the old diagnostic criteria - Asperger Syndrome doesn't have developmental delays, this is the only distinction between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger Syndrome diagnosis - as it is Asperger Syndrome is no longer recognized by the DSM as a diagnosis. Someone should give you an assessment for Autism, if your counselor can't do this they can refer you to someone who can - this just involves asking questions about your experiences and how you were when you were younger. It's a good idea for you to learn a little more about Autism yourself.
Can anybody explain about aspergers in children ?
Aspergers syndrome is a type of developmental disorder which delays many basic skills, especially one's ability to socialize and communicate with others as well as to use one's imagination. It is similar to autism but children with Aspergers are usually able to function better than children with autism.
What is the name of the person studies autism?
A person with autism is said to be autistic. There are also specific forms of autism, such as Asperger's Syndrome, but there is no handy description for such a person, who would still just be called autistic, not Aspergeristic. A person with autism can be described as "a person with autism" or "an autistic person." Some individuals prefer the people-first phrasing - "a person with autism" - because they do not want others to think that autism is the entirety of their being. A person with Asperger's Syndrome is usually not described as autistic because it is not autism. Both autism and Asperger's Syndrome are autism spectrum disorders, also known as pervasive developmental disorders. Some people with Asperger's Syndrome refer to themselves as "Aspergians" or "Aspies," but others do not like them.
What is Angelman's Syndrome's scientific name?
Angelman syndrome's scientific name is "AS," or "Angelman syndrome." It is a genetic disorder characterized by developmental delays, speech impairments, and unique behaviors. It is caused by a loss of function in a specific gene located on chromosome 15.
Does a person with Asperger's Syndrome qualify for social security disability benefits?
that is likely a yes since there are usually more limited to the types of work they can do, mostly social and physical. Plus the developmental delays in autism can make it difficult for holding a job.
Is Aspergs a mild type of autism?
I have Asperger's syndrome, and am 13 years old. I was diagnosed at age three when I started preschool and wasn't interested in the other children. My parents knew that wasn't normal so I was sent to a doctor and that's when I was diagnosed. Asperger's syndrome is a disorder that you are born with, on the autism spectrum. It is also called aspie, or just plain Asperger's. It causes people particularly children, to have trouble making friends, lack eye contact, have one particular interest, have repetitive behaviors, and take expressions literally. As for mild, that means to not show severe symptoms or to not have it very bad. A lot of people with Asperger's syndrome are very smart and became very successful, such as Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, and Benjamin Franklin all had Asperger's syndrome. As of me, I don't think of it as something wrong with me, nor am I ashamed of it, I think of it as something that makes me unique and special. It's just a part of who I am. It makes me... Me! I wouldn't change that about myself for anything, I have lived my whole life with it. I'm smart and funny and am proud of who I am.
