Category: Autism

  • Genetic Components of Human Behavior (Huntington Disease, Schizophrenia, Autism)

    Introduction Behavior is commonly characterized as a response to stimuli, regardless of whether internal or external, that changes an organisms response to its habitat. Animals run, stay still, or counterstrike to predators; in response to external and internal stimuli birds construct complex and distinguished nests; plants show positive phototropism; and humans behave in both simple…

  • The Neurodiversity Movement in the Context of Autism

    Within the 1940s disabled individuals were identified as ‘abnormal’. Medical sociologist Talcott Parsons identified individuals whom did not fit in with the ‘norm’ of society as ‘sick’ or ‘disabled’, and therefore viewed them as ‘deviant[s]’, and as a threat to the maintenance of a ‘healthy’ society (Mallet & Cole, 2014). This established the medical model…

  • Features of Cognition in Autism

    Cognition is an exceptionally complex, essential feature of human consciousness, yet not all aspects of cognition are consciously experienced. Cognition is sometimes defined as the mental process of knowing, including aspects such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgment. In simple terms, cognition means thinking. Cognitive psychology is the field of psychology dedicated to examining how…

  • Situation With Autism In Pakistan

    Introduction Of Pakistan: Pakistan, officially the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, is a country in South Asia. It is the sixth-most populous country with a population exceeding 212,742,631 people. In area, it is the 33rd-largest country, spanning 881,913 square kilometers (340,509 square miles). Pakistan has a semi industrialized economy with a well-integrated agriculture sector and a…

  • Equine Therapy Benefits for Autism: Persuasive Essay

    Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals’ social interaction, communication, and behavior. While there is no known cure for autism, various interventions have been developed to help individuals with autism lead fulfilling lives. One such intervention that has gained recognition and popularity is equine therapy. This persuasive essay will explore…

  • Essay about Autism Equine Therapy

    Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects individuals’ social interaction, communication, and behavior. Over the years, various therapeutic approaches have been explored to support individuals with autism in their journey towards improved quality of life and well-being. One such innovative and effective intervention is equine therapy. This essay will delve into…

  • How Well Do Theory of Mind and Executive Function Theory Explain Key Deficits in Autism?

    Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and interaction, as well as repetitive and restricted patterns of behavior and interests (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). It has been argued that cognitive deficits may underlie the disorder. Thus, two cognitive theories have been proposed to explain key deficits in autism: theory of…

  • General Overview Of Autism

    Autism is one of worlds most problematic disorder in the world. 1 in 40 children are more than likely to develop that disease because of brain abnormalities in the brain structure or function. Having autism doesnt make you weird or unlike everyone else, it makes you unique in your own special way. In a lot…

  • Autism: A Disease or a Variant of the Norm

    In this research project, I am going to research if autism is either a disease or a variant of the norm. I personally know someone who has autism and have direct contact with them a lot, this made me question myself more and more about, what it involves. Due to the lack of results from…

  • The Concept of Neurodiversity and the Social Model of Disability in Relation to Autism

    Autism Spectrum Disorder is a Neurodevelopmental disorder this diagnosis can lead to impairments in both verbal and nonverbal communication, social interaction and repetitive restricted behaviour – The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), according to The American Psychiatric Association (APA 2013). The above statement is a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, if one…