Autism Spectrum
What are four symptoms of autism?
People with autism generally behave differently than people without it. Symptoms include: 1) not responding to their name by the time they are one year old 2) not enjoying playing pretend by the time they are 18 months old 3) getting upset by minor changes in their environment or schedule 4) usually reacting to the way things smell, look, taste, feel, or sound "Signs and Symptoms." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 20 Mar. 2014. Web. 26 Nov. 2014. http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/signs.html
What is autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are terms given to a group of disorders in brain development. They are characterized in varying degrees of difficulties in social interaction, both verbal and nonverbal. "What Is Autism?" Autism Speaks. N.p., n.d. Web. 26 Nov. 2014. http://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism
What are two noted autism controversies?
Two noted autism controversies are: 1) People, called anti-vaccers, claim that vaccines cause autism 2) Chelation, a treatment that removes heavy metals from the body. This is supported by anti-vaccers who claim that thimerosol/mercury in vaccines is the cause of autism.
What causes autism?
Although there is no known single cause for autism spectrum disorders, it is agreed that autism is caused by abnormal brain function or structure. Research shows that there is a difference in brain size and structure of neurotypical children and children with autism spectrum disorders. "Causes | Autism Society." Autism Society Causes Comments. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Nov. 2014. http://www.autism-society.org/about-autism/causes/
What are two treatments available for autism?
Two available ways to treat autism are: 1) Pivotal Response Training, which increases a child's motivation to learn, monitor his or her own behavior, and initiating communication with others 2) Medications such as Risperidone and Aripriprazole "Treatment Options." Research, Funding, Support. N.p., n.d. Web. 28 Nov. 2014. http://www.autismsciencefoundation.org/what-is-autism/autism-diagnosis/treatment-options
What are two of the latest research findings on autism?
Two of the latest research findings include 1) researchers finding the earliest known sign of autism, which can allow for early intervention that may prevent autism 2) prenatal folic acid can reduce autism risk "Autism Speaks Top Ten Advances in Autism Research 2013." Autism Speaks. Autism Speaks, n.d. Web. 28 Nov. 2014. http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/autism-speaks-top-ten-advances-autism-research-2013