Autism spectrum

Autism is a spectrum disorder that impacts the nervous system. The common symptoms are difficulty with communication, repetitive behaviors, and difficulty with social interactions. Autism is more common in male than females. Eugen Bleuler, a swiss psychiatrist, was the first to use the term autism in 1911. He used it to describe one of his schizophrenic patient who had withdrawn into his own world. The greek word “autós” that means “self”, Bleuler used the word to mean self-admiration and…

Autism spectrum disorder is a complex disorder of the brain’s development. It can range from social impairment, difficulties in speak and communication, pattern behaviors. It is a growing disorder in today’s society. Within the continental United States, one out of every 88 children is diagnosed with Autism or have been placed on the Autism Spectrum. I think that talking about the effects on the family is very important and should be discussed. There are multiple types of Autism, some children…

Autism Spectrum Disorder Sarah idriss University of Clearlake Abstract In this paper I will be taking about Autism and discuss three main points which definition of Autism, the causes of this disorder, the symptoms, and available treatments. Keywords: brain disorder, social interaction, eye contact, and pathologist. How many of you are planning to have children’s? What if your child cannot make an eye contact with you, or what if he cannot describe his feelings…

peg.” Autism spectrum disorder is a very serious disorder that if not dealt and treated properly can cause major learning gaps in the life of an individual. Autism spectrum disorder is a major disorder that effects 1 in every 68 Americans and is hard to get treated as a person progresses in life through age. This paper will discuss the background of Autism Spectrum disorder, an overview of what the disease looks like in an individual, and treatment methods for this disorder. Background Autism…

Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder is a very common developmental disability in the United States, and affects children on a varying spectrum of mild to severe. It is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders, found in approximately 1 of every 110 children (McPartland, 2012). ASD individuals often demonstrate non-normal behavioral, learning, social, and auditory interactions to varying levels of functional ability. Disease Diagnosis and Acquisition Autism/Autism Spectrum…

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a range of complex neurodevelopment disorders, characterized by social impairment, communication difficulties and restricted, repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behavior. Autism or classical ASD is the most severe form of the autism spectrum disorder. A milder form of ASD is the Asperger Syndrome. The Autism Spectrum Disorder occurs in all ethnic and socioeconomic groups and can affect every age group. Currently 1 out of 68 people have ASD. Males are more…

Autism Spectrum Disorder was first brought to awareness in the early 1940s by Leo Kanner, who was a psychiatrist at John Hopkins University. During this time, Kanner studied a group of children who have difficulties or defects within the following domains: relating to others, speech development, repetitive behaviors, and becoming upset by changes in their routine (Kirk, 2015). Ever since Kanner’s discovery, many individuals have followed in his footsteps by studying others who have similar…

there has been an increase in the number of students that have been diagnosed with learning abilities, and in particular, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Increase in the diagnosis of Autism among students has had an effect on Special Education and educational implications for the students with Autism. This research paper will attempt to provide an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders and the implications that their prevalence has on the field of education. The disorder affects three main…

Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder, has been a disorder that has been around for many generations, and has been classified as a “disease” by some scholars and doctors, but that is not the case. It is classified as a symptom of abnormal development in a pre-developed brain. Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by very impaired social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication, and a sort of repetitive behavior that exists. Since there are many children…

Autism spectrum disorder(ASD), starts off at a young age and continues as you get older. Even though much research has been made nothing has shown that there is a way to cure the disorder. There are multiple ways that people are diagnosed with autism, none of them can actually be sure until the child is born. Autism is a disorder that typically affects a person's ability to communicate, form relationships with others, and respond appropriately to the environment. The way some specialists can…