Autism spectrum

Autism spectrum disorder, also known as ASD, refers to a wide variety of developmental disorders. It includes a wide range, or spectrum, of skills, symptoms, and levels of disability. Since it is a spectrum, people who have ASD can vary from being high functioning or severely impaired. As well as explaining the overall symptoms of ASD, this paper will also explore a specific type of ASD called, Asperger’s syndrome known as being on the high-functioning end of the autism spectrum. However, there…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by social-interaction difficulties, communication challenges, and a tendency to want to engage in repetitive behaviors. However, symptoms and their severity vary widely across these three core areas. Taken together, they may result in relatively mild challenges for someone on the high functioning end of the autism spectrum. For others, symptoms may be more severe, as when repetitive behaviors and lack of spoken language interfere with everyday…

strike a person as odd. The largest part of the social criteria is the way those with Autism Spectrum Disorder interact with their peers. This symptom is incredibly important when diagnosing this disorder. This social awkwardness can be extreme as some with the disorder completely avoiding interactions with peers or friends in order not to have to initiate conversation or have any awkward interactions. The other important criteria needed for this disorder that a clinician will watch for is…

There are challenges in having Autism Spectrum Disorder, but do the challenges outweigh the benefits? Two authors eloquently expressed different viewpoints on the concept of neurodiversity, and whether having a differently wired brain can be a strength in spite of the challenges that people with communication differences may face. One author, Steve Silberman believes that neurodiversity is a gift that should be embraced and better understood by the world we live in. The other author, Jonathan…

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) When you hear the phrase autism spectrum disorder what is the first thing that comes to your mind? According to Chevallier et al. (2014) “autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are characterized by marked impairments in socialization and, in particular, by a lack of spontaneous seeking to share enjoyment, interests, or achievements with other people, and a lack of social or emotional reciprocity” (p.972). By better understanding autism spectrum disorder (ASD), we might…

with Autism Spectrum Disorders Maintain Their Marriages. Marriage is the mutual consent of two individuals to commit and to devote each other 's unconditional love, understanding, and respect regardless their customs, beliefs and/or religion. The following research outlines the important factors that are essential to keep a solid marriage, while having children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). During the investigation, numerous couples with children with ASD and without the Spectrum…

Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are terms used to describe disorders of brain development. The dictionary definition of this disorder is “a mental condition, present from early childhood, characterized by difficulty in communicating and forming relationships with other people and in using language and abstract concepts” (Dictionary). The word spectrum indicates the different levels of ability and disability someone may have. An individual may have a rich vocabulary but…

One in sixty-eight children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) disorder each year in the United States (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2014). ASD is a developmental disorder that is best recognized deficits in communication ability, social skills, and repetitive patterns of behaviors, interests, and activities. The disorder impacts the ability of those diagnosed to function easily in society day to day. While ASD is a wide spread, pervasive disorder, we are only just…

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disability that affects how a person communicates with, and relates to other people. Autistic children struggle with social interaction, communication, and/or with repetitive and restrictive behaviors on a regular day basis. About 1 in 68 children has been identified with ASD according to estimates from the CDC. The occurrence of ASD is 4.5 times more in males than in females. Autism Spectrum Disorder does not discriminate and is…

Children who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis face multiple challenges in their lives, but one could argue the deficit that affects the most areas of their lives is the child 's inability to communicate functionally. This failure can lead to deficits in social interaction, requesting abilities, and an increase in maladaptive behaviors. Functional Communication Training (FCT) includes multiple active communication interventions commonly implemented into children with ASD…