Barbie syndrome

One in five kids are born with some form of autism. There are many different types of autism. Some are mild forms such as Attention Deficit Disorder known as A.D.D, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder commonly known as A.D.H.D, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder or P.D.D. Also, there are more extreme forms of autism, such as, autistic. Every type of autism has its unique way of effecting children. The two most common forms, which are well known throughout the world are A.D.D and A.D.H.D,…

The term “mental retardation” was first used in 1862. The treatment and care of individuals with mental retardation varied from kindness to even death. Over time, the term “mental retardation” became a derogatory remark used to replace words, such as idiot, imbecile, moron, and feeble-minded. Throughout history, individuals with mental retards were looked upon to as defiant and dangerous members of society. Between 1920s to 1960s, individuals with mental retardation were confined to hospitals…

Mayo Clinic is saying several different genes are involved in Autism. They say this Rett syndrome or a fragile x chromosome. Mayo is saying that the environmental aspect is still being researched, but the genetic problems could lead to some environmental problems for the child. Mayo also wants to stress that there is no connection between Autism…

Autism is a disorder in the people’s brain. With autism some part of the brain cannot communicate together. This is a spectrum disorder because every person has different symptoms. It is affecting too many children in the United States. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention about 1 in 68 children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (asd). Because autism is been increasing in the past years, it is considered one of the fastest-growing developmental disability…

Autism is an extremely common disorder, affecting 1 child in every 68. (CDC 2010) Autism is characterized by 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. (WEB MD) After being diagnosed with type 1 Autism in 2001 I went through intensive behavioral therapy for four consecutive years. In 2011 I was told that I had grown out of autism leading me to my driving…

United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concluded that 1 in 150 children are living with an autism spectrum disorder in a study done across America. They state that the prevalence of autism is higher than that of cancer or Down Syndrome. Autism is assumed to be a disorder that has no single cause. Inglese and Elder state that it may be caused by several factors, such as genetic susceptibility and environmental influences. The article goes on to explain that children meeting…

A neurodevelopmental disorder known as autism affects the mind and behavior beginning at an early age occurring in 1 of 100 children. Studies show that it affects more males than females and is commonly diagnosed between the ages of 6 and 11. (Jane Ball, 2012) The cause of autism is unknown, but no case is the same. It is said that genes and environment are the main factors that contribute to this disease. The symptoms of autism may range from mild to severe and are usually recognized by 2 to 3…

Down syndrome is a mutation that occurs when an individual has a partial or full extra copy of chromosome 21. The additional chromosome changes the course of development and causes the well known characteristic changes associated with down syndrome. A few of the common physical traits of down syndrome are small stature, low muscle tone, and an upward slant to the eyes. However, each person affected with down syndrome is unique and may possess these characteristics to different levels. Down…

Life with Autism Autism is a challenging disorder that affects many areas of the human body. Everyday people around the world are getting diagnosed, and living with autism or a form of it. Autism is a form of a brain disorder that changes the everyday life for the person living with the disorder. Not everybody who has autism is affected in the same way. The cause of autism is not known among the diagnosers. Autism is a developmental brain disorder that affects every 1 in 68 Americans. Autism…

Patients with Down Syndrome can present with a variety of oral manifestations such as hypodontia, periodontal disease, premature teeth loss, reduced salivary flow, crowding of teeth in both arches, and decreased occlusal vertical dimension. The intellectual ability of people with Down syndrome varies widely. They present with mild to moderate intellectual disability that restricts their ability to communicate and adjust to their environment, which can add complexity in the overall dental…