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Autism
Autism is a developmental disorder that manifests itself in the first years of life. Characteristics of this disorder include impaired social interaction, repetitive behavior and delayed language development. Ask questions about disorders in the autism spectrum here.
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Do autism and sunshine have anything to do with one another?
As is does sunshine create/prevent autism? No....however I have watched a few autistic children and I have noticed that they are in better moods when the weather is nicer compared to when it's cloudy, rainy or snowy (although a lot of kids are like that)
What happened to Andrew Wakefield?
He was found to have faked much of the data in his article linking the MMR vaccine to autism. He claimed to have found a novel form of enterocolitis triggered by the MMR vaccine and associated with autism. No other researches were able to replicate his findings.
The Lancet, a highly regarded British medical journal which printed the original article, has since retracted it, describing it as "fatally flawed." An investigation concluded Dr. Wakefield, misrepresented or altered the medical histories of all 12 of the patients whose cases formed the basis of the 1998 study -- and that there was "no doubt" Wakefield was responsible. He was also shown to have accepted 400,000 pounds from a legal firm representing the parents of autism victims who were suing the manufacturers of MMR vaccine.
On 28 January 2010, a five-member statutory tribunal of the GMC found three dozen charges proved, including four counts of dishonesty and 12 counts involving the abuse of developmentally challenged children. The panel ruled that Wakefield had "failed in his duties as a responsible consultant", acted both against the interests of his patients, and "dishonestly and irresponsibly" in his published research.
Three months following The Lancet's retraction, Wakefield was struck off the UK medical register, with a statement identifying deliberate falsification in the research published in The Lancet and was barred from practicing medicine in the UK. Obviously he no longer practices medicine in the UK. He left that country to run an autism treatment center in Austin, Texas.
After the publication of Wakefield's study, the rate of immunization for measles in England and Wales fell below 80%, and confirmed cases of measles have risen from 56 in 1998 to 1348 in 2008, with two child fatalities, as well as others seriously ill on ventilators.
Why autism can be considered as a spectrum?
The visible-light spectrum is a good analogy of spectrum, from red (long wavelength) light to blue (short wavelength) light. Autism shows a spectrum of characters just as light shows a spectrum of wavelengths. The spectrum goes from non-autistic 'normal' or neurotypical individuals (off the lower end of the spectrum) to highly autistic individuals at the far end of the on-spectrum autism slide. The on-spectrum autism spectrum goes from mild conditions such as mild Asperger Syndrome through 'severe' Asperger Syndrome to autism and 'severe' autism. The following shall describe the sweep of characters along the spectrum. Non-autists (as 'neurotypical' might suggest) have no trouble with social interactions. The social trouble starts on the autism spectrum itself. Asperger Syndrome has trouble in social situations but not nearly as severe as the isolation of 'severe' autism. Asperger Syndrome is considered 'high functioning'. Aspergers can do things by themselves, and despite slight (slight compared with 'severe' autism) difficulties can probably well get by. Too bright lights and too loud noises and too crowded crowds can bother an Asperger to hysterics no doubt but the situation presumably gets worse the more 'severe' you are along the spectrum. I am not sure about the 'genius' interest property of autism, but 'spectrum' implies that while the intense and knowledgeable interest of Aspergers drops off towards the 'severe' autism' end of the spectrum. The hyperlearners may be more restricted to the Asperger world as opposed to the hyperautistic world. I do not want to sound prejudiced against 'autism' as opposed to 'Asperger Syndrome'. The relatively able Asperger is in no way more wonderful than the autist who can do nothing but bash their head against the wall all day and the head-bashing (sorry if that sounds stereotypical) autist is in no way less wonderful than the Astronomy-freak Asperger. Where Asperger may need less help with learning, Autism may need more help. Where Asperger needs less careful care, Autism may need more careful care and support.
If there is any confusion, Autism is like a higher taxon that encompasses all autistic and autistoid conditions or descriptions. It contains the Autism of the last paragraph at the far end of the spectrum and also the 'high function' Asperger Syndrome end of the spectrum and all the other autistoid descriptions if there be any as subtaxa of Autism (the higher taxon).
So, it is a spectrum as there is a spectrum of characters all the way along its continuum-like face. High functions slides to low function. All need support but arguably Asperger needs less that 'severe' autism. Isolation shifts from the few-friended Asperger to the no-friended Asperger to the most isolated autist there is. The intense-interest may be around for all, but perhaps Asperger has the mental equipment to make the best of it as opposed to the 'severe' autist.
What could be causes of and autistic child to lose the potty training skills?
If an Autistic child loses skills then this is regression, it can occur at certain ages but is most commonly a result of stress in the childs life - for example if a parent pushes an Autistic child to act Neurotypical this can result in additional stress for the child so they regress and lose skills, or if there's something in their life causing stress such as home problems.
Essentially the child is slipping back into their mind, losing the connection between thinking 'I need the toilet' and actually taking the action to go to the toilet.
What do the letters in Autism stand for?
Nothing. The term autism is not an acronym like ADHD or PTSD.
What term is given to an autistic person who sHow is some incredible memory music or drawing talent?
People on the autism spectrum who show an extraordinary talent are known as "savants."
How is the GIA - General Intellectual Ability - score used to evaluate children with autism?
One criterion for diagnosing Aspergers is being "average to above average in intellectual ability". The use of the GIA establishes the relative cognitive ability of the child. If the child shows to be below average, then Aspergers is ruled out. (Although that does not mean that autism is ruled out, as it is "average or above" is not a criterion for classic autism.)
What is the correlation of parents with an Autism-asperger's child and divorce?
There is no correlation between Autism and divorce.
Organisations such as Autism Speaks spread this myth to increase fear of Autism - suggesting that Autism is some terrible thing that breaks-up families in order to increase money people give them to eradicate Autism/Autistic people. There's no solid evidence to show that parents with Autistic children are more likely to divorce than parents with neurotypical children.
When can a child with Asperger's Syndrome be alone overnight?
That would depend on the child's ability to care for himself or herself, it's just the same as leaving any other child alone for the night, if he or she in intelligent enough to care for him or herself then it's fine. I wouldn't recommend leaving a child at a young age alone for the night though no matter whether they did or didn't have the condition.
Does Asperger's Syndrome affect your school grades?
Asperger's Syndrome can affect school grades.
People with Asperger's Syndrome tend to have an excellent memory for facts. Also, if one of the person's special interest areas is related to classwork, he or she could do very well in that class and might know more than the teacher on that subject. They also tend to be logical and detail-oriented. These characteristics could have a positive impact on grades.
In contrast, they might have difficulty with short-term memory. They also might focus more on the details than the "big picture". In some situations, they can be easily distracted and have difficulty focusing. These traits could have a negative impact on grades.
Are any cats autistic in Warriors?
No, there are no autistic cats mentioned in the warriors series.
Nope. Unless there is and they just don't want to say. My bro is autistic by the way but he is more intrested in Seekers! He's so kind! Sorry...Getting off the subject.---werewolf96
Can autistic people be in relationships?
Yes, an Autistic person can have a successful relationship. Sometimes it is harder for Autistic people to find a healthy relationship, and for them to maintain a normal relationship, especially when they are attempting a relationship with a Neurotypical person rather than another Autistic person. Like with anyone else, relationships take effort.
File an application for a Due Process Hearing, ie: go to court. A:
A child diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome does not necessarily qualify for an IEP, but probably has Asperger's Syndrome difficulties that will make the child qualify. It will depend on the difficulties the child experiences since the characteristics vary and can range in severity from mild to severe. The link below for the O.A.S.I.S. proposed IEP goals lists difficulties that might need to be addressed by the school. The school might not have been aware that these are issues for students with Asperger's Syndrome and thus not realize that the student needs help in those areas. When working with the school to develop an IEP, be specific about the assistance needed and the difficulty that needs to be resolved. For example, the child might need to have classroom accommodations such as a seat away from a distracting bulletin board or away from noisy students, rather than needing help in certain classes.
When the parents disagree with the school's evaluation about the need for an IEP, the parents can take the child for an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) and ask that the school system pay for it. When the diagnosis is evaluated by professionals with regard to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) who do not think the child meets the eligibility requirements, the parents can ask for a hearing to challenge this decision. If the parents are not satisfied, they can ask for mediation if the school provides that option. The next step is to ask for a due process hearing. If that fails, they can file a complaint with the state education agency explaining what part of IDEA the school violated.
Can people with learning difficulties have an IQ above 70?
absolutely, IQ tests are not reliable indicators of anything but ability to score high on IQ tests.
Reply to above:
Well then, why are all the websites saying you have to have 1 lower than 70 to have have an LD, if you can have one above? I've got LD's & autism, & last time I was tested at 6, I was 73, but all the webs are saying "IQ bellow 70!" It doesn't make sense :S Can anyone here explain it to me?
What are the symptoms of autism?
- Delayed or unusual speech patterns (many autistic children, for example, memorize video scripts and repeat them word for word with the precise intonation as the TV characters)
- High pitched or flat intonation
- Lack of slang or "kidspeak"
- Difficulty understanding tone of voice and body language as a way of expressing sarcasm, humor, irony, etc.
- Lack of eye contact
- Inability to take another's perspective (to imagine oneself in someone else's shoes)
1. Difficulty in verbal and nonverbal communication. Avoid eye contact. Prefers to play alone.
2. Prefers to changeless life style. Difficulty in adjusting to changes in routine or familiar surroundings.
3. Difficulty in using and understanding language. Repeating words or phrases.
4. Repetitive body movements. Inability to concentrate on one thing. Lack of imagination.
A:Autism is a disorder that usually consists of the person commonly being known to be "in his/her own little world". It is a brain development disorder that affects people by restricting good social interactions and repetitive behaviour. Here are the signs/symptoms and a link to a test to see if you or your child might have autism.Signs/Symptoms For Autism:
*little or no eye contact, facial expressions, and/or body language
*unable to form friendships with their peers
*not willing or able to share enjoyment or accomplishments with others
*unable to relate or share emotions on a social level
A:COMMUNICATION*doesn't talk or doesn't use language properly
*doesn't respond to voices or other sounds
*no attempt to replace language with another form of communication
*unable to talk with another person even if they have the ability to talk
*repeating words or having echolalia (echoing words without meaning)
*no imaginative play (doesn't pretend or play make-believe games)
PATTERNS OF BEHAVIOR, INTERESTS, OR ACTIVITY
*obsessed with a certain topic or object
*focused on specific routines or rituals that have no practical function
*repetitive actions or movements like flapping, spinning, and/or body movements
*intense preoccupation with parts of objects
* extra sensitive to certain sounds, smells, tastes, or textures
Please see the related question below.
One of the most common symptoms of Autism is not speaking. They may only say a single word and child may repeat a phrase or word he or she has heard. Also, limited interest is another sign of the disease. Instead of playing with other kids, they just repeat the simple actions of people around them. Also, these children have the tendency of screaming fits and twiddling of fingers. Also are prone to rock backing and forth and drool. Other symptoms can be biting their fingers or hitting their heads against the wall. Some gouge at their own eyes while others cry or laugh for no discernible reason.
Can atomoxetine help people with Asperger's Syndrome?
Strattera, also known as atomoxetine, is a selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor used for treating attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD).
It is one medication that can be given to people with ADHD (who might also have Asperger's Syndrome). It can help them stay focused and decrease impulsiveness, which means it might also help with anger management issues. However, possible side effects include suicidal thoughts, loss of appetite, aggression, and others.
It is thought that it might be useful in treating some symptoms found in people with autism spectrum disorders. Thus, it might help some people with Asperger's Syndrome who have uncontrolled emotional outbursts or other impulsive behaviors.
Inmediate terms effect off hippoterapy in autism?
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What is fading as it relates to autism?
Fading refers to a behaviorial technique, in a sense, of teaching/shaping a behavior. ONCE ABA is used, and you aare giving verbal direcetives 10/10 trials, with pointing for example, i.e. 2 prompts, you then fade, by only giving 1 prompt. HOWEVER VERBAL pROMPTS ARE THE HARDEST to fade, a d less experienced therapists and teachers do not stand their ground with the traditional ABA stuff written, esp. in NJ which is ANAL, and only listens to a linear approach....which parents are sick of. DLC is famous for this. The one good teacher they hired from CA they got rid of. She knew exactly what to do. Anyway, a great way to look at it; You stand behind your child and physically help him zip his coat, after only one V prompt: ZIP> After he begins to get the pulling up, you fade your hand away and reinforce him for good job, Over time, you'll contine to fade each stage of the zipping until he gets it all down. 'u
Yes, he was. He was very intelligent, talented, and eloquent. However, he was also arrogant, stubborn, and private. That's a sign of high-functioning autism right there.
How does society portray mental disabilities today rather than in the 1930s?
Society is much better about its portrayal and reaction to mental illness than it was in the 1930s. Today, people understand that mental illness does not make a person insane or scary. There is still work to be done in advancing the tolerance of and decency towards mentally ill persons, though.
What should i do I've been diagnosed with aspergers syndrome?
Live your life normally as possible. You have always had it
Could you have autism if you get upset every time you meet people?
You might have an anxiety disorder.
There is no such thing. Down syndrome and autism are separate conditions.
