Category: Autism

Criteria for a diagnosis of an Autism spectrum disorder As a rule, autism starts in infancy or no later than the first years of life. First concerns usually come from parents who are alarmed if their child does not use language for the purpose of communication, despite being able to recognize words (Lord et al.,…

A recent survey on peoples attitude toward Autism reveals that a significant percentage of parents still believe that the disease is caused by vaccines taken during childhood. The survey was conducted by the Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), with the results published on Oct. 4th 2008, in the Science Daily. It is surprising that 24%…

Sources credibility is a burning issue of the information era the United States and the whole world are currently going through. Reliability of information can influence various spheres of life, and healthcare services are no exclusion. For instance, it is essential for evidence-based models addressing specific conditions and diseases. Autism spectrum disorder is an example…

Table of Contents Introduction Methods Results Discussions References Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a family of mental disorders that cause deficits of social awareness, communication skills, and stereotyped behaviors. The primary method of intervention is studies of the development of social behavior in children with identified ASD. This paper analyzes the elements of such…

Table of Contents Introduction Critique Conclusion Reference Introduction The bulk of the available literature and research does not explore the different factors that contribute to the effectiveness of the Early Social Interaction (ESI) program. Therefore, this paper analyzes an article addressing how the involvement of parents in the ESI programs affects the outcome of improved…

Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism is a generic term for multiple conditions, which are collaboratively called Autism Spectrum Disorder. There are three main sub-categories of autism: Autistic Disorder (classic autism), Asperger disorder, and Pervasive developmental disorder (National Institute of Health, 2010). People living with the disorder have trouble with social interactions in common settings because they…

Introduction Autism presents several behavioral and functional anomalies (Cathcart, 1998). Participation of parents, structural modification, and dietary changes are usually administered as forms of psychotherapy to align these anomalies to normal behavior. Nurses do this fundamental role in ensuring the overall health of victims to hasten recovery. There are resources and materials which nurses must…

Table of Contents Introduction Symptoms Prevalence Biological Foundation Medication and Behavioral Treatment Autism and Daily Life Conclusion References Introduction Autism is, perhaps, one of the most broadly known mental health issues. However, unsurprisingly, it is often poorly represented due to the presence of multiple myths regarding autism. Moreover, the lack of awareness concerning the phenomenon…

Table of Contents Introduction Diet Relaxation Conclusion References Introduction Western medicine has successfully been used in treatment of various medical conditions, saving the lives of many in the process. However, its success in some medical conditions, for example, autism and AIDS and obesity, has been wanting due to the inability to bring wellness to patients.…

Autism is a more frequently diagnosed ailment than formerly acknowledged, and much is now being written in the mainstream media about the diseases catastrophic and permanent characteristics. Alleged connections among vaccination and neurological delays, most notably autistic disorders, have sparked significant controversy and anxiety among parents seeking to make the best decisions for their youngsters…