Pervasive developmental disorders

Introduction Asymmetry is one of the most unusual and interesting errors of human reproduction. Subtle, asymmetric variation of the contra lateral structures of the head and face occur commonly in the general population in the absence of any local lesion or condition. [1] Some of these changes, however, may slowly but steadily progress and exhibit asymmetrical development. These changes usually do not follow any particular relationship with time or modifying circumstances such as trauma and…

Executive Function refers to the cognitive processes that help us control, regulate and manage our thoughts and actions, including working memory, planning, problem solving etc. (Joseph & Tager-Flusberg, 2004). It is the ability to hold and manipulate information, and is the conscious control of thought and action into goal-orientated behaviour (Pellicano, 2007). Most individuals on the autistic spectrum have some level of impaired executive function and exhibit rigid and inflexible behaviour,…

neurological disorder defined by sudden, repetitive, involuntary movements or vocalizations called tics. The worst symptoms are first noticed in childhood before the age of 18 years with improvement into late teens and adulthood. Males are affected three to four times more often than females. Approximately 200,000 individuals have a severe form of TS. Tic disorders can occur in all ethnic and cultural groups and tend to be genetic. Evidence suggests that TS is an inherited disorder. A genetic…

Firstly, Christopher gives straight answers to the police officer. When Christopher is talking to the police officer, he says “why were you holding the dog” Christopher says “ I like dogs”... “is this your fork”? “No”. (Haddon,8). You can not give straight answers because people may think you do not want to talk to them or being rude, or a police officer may think your lying. Secondly, Christopher Boone is not comfortable around new people. When Mrs. Alexander said “Do you want to come in…

One in sixty-eight children has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or Asperger’s Syndrome (AS) (CDC). This means that many people in your life have Asperger’s, and you probably have no idea. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time by Mark Haddon is told by Christopher, a fifteen-year-old boy diagnosed with Asperger’s. Christopher’s symptoms are very recognizable as someone suffering from Asperger’s Syndrome. Christopher’s mother left him and his father because she was…

They Just Don’t Get It Ups and Downs Possible intro? My little brother has Down Syndrome. He looks different, talks different, acts different than other other kids. Embarrassment, confusion, shame; all things I felt growing up because he wasn’t “normal.” Countless meltdowns, endless stares and whispers, and enormous responsibility by the age of twelve was my normal. But my normal was also immense patience, unconditional love, and a deep understanding and empathy for those who just don’t…

physiological disorders that go hand in hand when it comes to dealing with the brain and the way it functions. Many people today have many of these illnesses and diseases that can alter a person’s entire life. There are over thousands and thousands of illnesses that are brain related such as Asperger’s Syndrome, Personality disorder, Bipolar disorder, Autism, etc. The brain disorder that I am focusing on is Autism. Autism also known as ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) it is a serious…

It is a congenital disorder or years to appear in the early development of a child. Many misconceptions about autism, they believe in myths and superstitions cause serious consequences. Many people misunderstand autistic children by mother’s lack of interest. There is no two…

someone with a disorder, such as autism spectrum disorder. However, as different as people think autism spectrum disorder is, it is not as different as people believe. In fact, autism is becoming more common today than it ever has before. It is just a disorder that is not well known as of yet. In order to have an idea of what autism spectrum disorder is, the first step is understanding what autism spectrum disorder is. Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is a complex developmental disorder that…

What: The study of this research critically looked over the impact of group psychotherapy of the social therapy with children with pervasive developmental disorder. 39 children who were diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder participated in the study of homogeneous psychotherapy groups. The studied included 85% of boys. These boys ranged from the ages of 5-16 years old, however, the average age of the boys was a 9.2. Twelve of the participants of this study were Caucasion, twelve were…