Spectrum

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…

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…

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…

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…

The quiz determines where we fall in the” political spectrum” . The north part is labeled as authoritarian. The bottom is libertarian. The left is labeled as communism. The right is Neo Liberalism.My graph coordinates were social libertarian/Authoritarian :1.13 while my economic left right was at -2.25 .i interpret my results as being very close to the economic scale .I was slightly on the left .Since people like Gandhi and Robert Mugable tend to be a “less extreme leftist “they would be…

Autism Spectrum Disorder is defined as “a group of complex disorders of brain development.” These disorders include repetitive behavior, problems communicating verbally and nonverbally, difficulty paying attention, difficulty in social interactions, and varies learning/intellectual disabilities, these are just a general idea of what can place a child onto the Autism Spectrum. Recently the DSM-5 has moved all Autism Disorders under the same category known has ASD, these disorders like Asperger…

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 were…

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…

Introduction: Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders are often thought to be born perfectly healthy and may bring bitter disappointments to parents or caregivers who are later told that their child has such a severe disorder. Yet many of them overcome their disappointment, and dedicate themselves completely to the child. They intervene when necessary and help him/her blossom. Description: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a type of developmental disorder that…

Occasionally associated with intellectual disability, language impairment or epilepsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) includes eight different but related types of disorders (American Psychiatric Association [APA], n.d.). Symptoms that manifest in patients are usually varying in aspects and seriousness, resulting in different levels of impacts in their social life and academic development. This essay demonstrates the writer’s understanding of ASD, with an emphasis on adolescents, and some common…