Autism

In DSM-IV, Rett syndrome was classified as a pervasive developmental disorder, which is characterized by varying degrees of impairment in communication skills, social interactions, and repetitive behaviors. It was subcategorized under the broader diagnostic category of autism spectrum disorders.

Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that can have a variety of genetic and environmental factors contributing to its development. It is not always necessary for other family members to have autism for someone to be diagnosed with it. It can arise from a combination of genetic predispositions and other factors, and each individual's experience with autism can be unique.

Some adults might not be diagnosed as having autism until they are adults. Autism is generally believed to have a genetic component, which means a person is born with it. If a person has a mild case of autism or was misdiagnosed, it might not be correctly diagnosed until adulthood.

Not necessarily. The person with autism might be interested in the parts of only a certain category of objects. The person might be stressed by the colors and blending of colors in a kaleidoscope. In other words, there are reasons the person might not like a kaleidoscope at all. Each person is different.

No, not every person with autism has an eidetic memory. Eidetic memory, or photographic memory, is a rare ability that some individuals may have regardless of whether they have autism or not. Autism is a spectrum condition with a wide range of abilities and characteristics beyond memory.

Hardly anyone knows, but I reckon that this may be because they do said action repetively. But that's just me. ADDENDUM by Parker Gabriel, person with AS: Because it is a neurological condition we have--and which does NOT have us,I find it necessary to stress--and hence has a direct and measurable impact on brain functions, Asperger's disorder alters the basic structure of our brains. Use of functional Magnetic Resonance Imagers, or fMRIs, will show a clear difference between the functions of a theoretical "perfectly normal" human brain and those of any of our brains.

No, stealing someone else's belongings is not normal or acceptable behavior, regardless of gender. It is a violation of personal boundaries and can be considered a form of harassment. If you are experiencing this type of behavior, it is important to speak up and seek support from a trusted adult or authority figure.

Comment:

I am a rocker also, and a dr. told me his theory that I do it because I wasn't held enough as a baby, and I'm comforting myself when I do it. It made perfect sense to me.

Answer:

Your doctor may be correct, but how can we ever know for sure? Personally, I have been rocking while standing as an adult, for many years and I find that I do this most often when I feel anxious and/or stressed. I find that rocking somewhat relieves the tension I feel, and I find it quite soothing. I try not to make a "spectacle" of myself, but find that I even sway back and forth often while I talk with people. I have a good job and I am a lot more stable than most people you run into today. I am not on any medications and I have very nice and well-adjusted grown children.

I believe people do naturally what they have to do, in order to compensate for nuturing they did not receive enough of as children - so again, possibly the things you needed more of as a young child were not given to you (or me) as much as they should have been. My mother was an orphan, so perhaps what your doctor said holds some truth.

As a very small child, I rocked so much standing in my crib that I developed a "bump" on the back of my head, which remains there today. My mother had me examined by a doctor, and at one time, he was going to surgically remove the knot, but happily left it there. This only goes to show that I have been anxious all of my life and my rocking seemed to suffice. So "rock on" if it helps you through the day - I can think of a lot worse things to be concerned about!

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). People with OCD may feel compelled to repeat actions or rituals to alleviate anxiety and distress, even if they understand that the behaviors are excessive or unnecessary. Treatment typically includes therapy, medication, or a combination of both to help manage symptoms.

Rocking is a self-soothing behavior that can help individuals regulate their emotions and reduce stress or anxiety. It is not exclusive to individuals with autism and can be seen in people without autism who may also find comfort in this repetitive movement.

There is no specific percentage of autistic people who wear diapers as it can vary depending on individual needs and circumstances. Some autistic individuals may wear diapers due to sensory issues or difficulties with toileting independence, while others may not require them at all. It is best to approach each person's needs on a case-by-case basis.

There is no definitive answer to which countries have the highest rate of autism as prevalence can vary due to differences in diagnosis, awareness, and reporting methods. However, some countries with higher reported rates include the United States, South Korea, and Japan.

"Autistic" should be capitalized when referring to a person (e.g., Autistic individual or Autistic community). It is a proper term and should be treated with the same respect and capitalization as other identity-first language.

It is estimated that around 40% of individuals with autism are able to hold some form of employment. However, many factors such as level of support and accommodation needed, individual skills, and workplace environment can impact an individual's ability to maintain employment.

The odds of any woman giving birth to an autistic child would depend upon her and the fathers genetics, the age of the woman and if there were any other problems with previous pregnancies. Autistic genes are dominate so if there is autism in her medical history then a genetic counselor can help to determine the possible risk to an unborn child should she decide to go through with the pregnancy.

It is believed that there are over 695,000 Autistic people in the UK, which accounts for around 1.1% of the UK population. However it's important to point out that this is going by Autism diagnosis, and not all Autistic people seek a diagnosis or even realize that they're Autistic.

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Asperger's Syndrome does not seem to occur more frequently than autism. More cases of autism are diagnosed than cases of Asperger's Syndrome. However, due to differences in diagnostic criteria, the difference in occurrence of autism to Asperger's Syndrome can range from slightly more frequent to over 15 times more frequent.

Yes, autistic people can have out with people a lot.

For many autistic people being around other people can be a challenge, both because they struggle with social ques and communication, however many autistic people not only can hang out with people but also actively look to hang out with people as much as possible - because autistic doesn't make someone anti-social. You may find that autistic people need to take a 'time out' from other people sometimes to avoid being overwhelmed, for example the autistic person may hang back from the group, or step outside to calm down or distract themselves with their mobile phone.

I don't have an exact answer to your question, as I don't know how many babies in any given area are born per minute. However, the national statistics for the US state approximately 1 in every 100 births will be diagnosed with some form of autism.

There is no definitive answer to this question as the life span of a person with autism is similar to that of the general population. However, individuals with autism may face unique challenges that require specialized care and support to optimize their quality of life.

It is capitalized at the beginning of the sentence or when it forms part of the proper noun.

Examples:

Chicago Autism Society

The scientific name for autism is autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It is a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges with social skills, communication, and repetitive behaviors.