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What is Autism? | Autism Speaks - 0 views

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cause autism

shared by abbie davidson on 07 Nov 11 - No Cached
  • Autism is a general term used to describe a group of complex developmental brain disorders known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders (PDD).
  • Today, it is estimated that one in every 110 children is diagnosed with autism, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined.
  • A small number of cases can be linked to genetic disorders such as Fragile X, Tuberous Sclerosis, and Angelman's Syndrome,
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  • The vast majority of cases of autism are idiopathic, which means the cause is unknown
  • exposure to environmental agents
  • Bernard Rimland
  • founded the Autism Society of America and the Autism Research Institute
  • autism is not caused by cold parents but rather is a biological disorder.
  • abbie davidson on 10 Nov 11
     
    Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are both general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. These disorders are characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. They include autistic disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, pervasive developmental disorder-not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) and Asperger Syndrome. ASD can be associated with intellectual disability, difficulties in motor coordination and attention and physical health issues such as sleep and gastrointestinal disturbances. Some persons with ASD excel in visual skills, music, math and art.
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