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What gender is autism mostly found in?
Autism primarily affects males.
Where online can one find information about the early stages of autism?
Information about autism in children can be found on the NHS Choices website, as well as YoungMinds. There is further information on Autism Speaks and from the website of the Autism Society.
Is the a particuler gruop of people that have autism?
There is a particular group of people that have autism: Autistic people! Autism does tend to be more commonly found in males, however often autism symptoms show differently in females and females are better at hiding their symptoms so it may be that autism is just underdiagnosed in females.
Where can one find information about autism spectrum disorders?
Information about autism spectrum disorders can be found from many different resources. Some online resources include Autism Science Foundation and CDC.
Is autism only found in children?
No - autism is a neurological condition, autistic children grow-up into autistic adults.
What are the real causes of autism now that the onset of autism and the MMR vaccine has been shown to be coincidental?
There are no "real" causes of autism yet, but there are theories. Autism is a disease rarely found in newborn babies that disable the child's language development and they often have trouble communicating.
What is the current scientific consensus on the Neanderthal autism theory and its implications for understanding the genetic basis of autism spectrum disorders?
The current scientific consensus on the Neanderthal autism theory suggests that there is no direct evidence linking Neanderthal DNA to autism spectrum disorders. While some studies have found genetic similarities between Neanderthals and modern humans with autism, more research is needed to fully understand the genetic basis of autism. Overall, the Neanderthal autism theory has not been widely accepted and its implications for understanding autism spectrum disorders remain uncertain.
Where on your body is autism found?
Autism is not a physical afflication, it is a disorder of neural development (i.e. abnormal development of the brain) which leads to difficulties with communication, flexibility of thought and social interaction.
What pattern is on the ribbon worn to support autism awareness?
The pattern that can be found on the ribbon to support Autism Awareness is multicoloured jigsaw puzzle pieces in a ribbon shape on a white background.
Can autism be found in 12 year old girls?
Yes, both males and females of any age can be diagnosed with an autistic spectrum disorder, though it is more common among males. There are roughly 4 males with autism for every 1 female with autism
How can a person get autism?
A person does not 'get' autism, a person is Autistic.We are born Autistic - it's a neurological difference, so it's how our brains are formed within the womb and we remain Autistic throughout our entire lives. Autism is genetic, with as many as 95% of cases being found to be due to specific genes or variations in genes.
How do you spell Autism ?
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