Category: Autism

  • Literature Review on Autism Spectrum Disorder

    Table of Contents Autism: History & Background Information Autism Prevalence Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism: Family Issues Autism & Parent-Child Relationship. How to Reduce Stress? Social Support for the Parents of Children with Autism Conclusion Autism Literature Review FAQ References Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is quite a wide-spread and complex health problem. The American…

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders: Control and Prevention

    Introduction Ever since its invention, the television has played an important role in the entertainment of people and families. This has been achieved by the programmes that are aired by various media houses. Due to this fact, televisions have developed to be one of the best forms of home entertainment to many families all around…

  • Autism Syndrome Psychosocial Characteristics

    Table of Contents Introduction Autism and Aspergers syndrome Conclusion References Introduction Autism spectrum disorder refers to a clinical disorder whereby children mainly from two years of age start exhibiting unique behavioral characteristics comprising of difficulty in speech, low social interaction, high concentration on specific hobbies, habits or objects. Affected children hardly initiate conversations, friendship, exhibit…

  • The Effects of Risperidone on Children with Autism

    The article in question is entitled Cognitive Effects of Risperidone in Children with Autism and Irritable Behavior (Aman et al., 2008). As the title implies, the goal of the research was to determine if using risperidone can affect cognitive performance in pre-adolescents and adolescents with autism. The researchers hypothesized that there would be a difference…

  • Social Science Perspectives on the Autism Spectrum

    Abstract This report will discuss autism, its characteristics, causes, diagnosis, and management. Autism refers to developmental disorder that impedes a persons ability to communicate and relate to other people. An individual with autism exhibits repetitive behaviors. The condition is noticed at an early age. However, it is difficult to diagnose autism until the symptoms become…

  • Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

    Interaction and communication play a vital role in the life of every human being. With their help, people can build relationships, transfer knowledge, receive the things they need or want to have, etc. Mainly, the representatives of the general public got used to the fact that all people can easily share information and are willing…

  • Literature Review: How Can Token Economy Diminish Off-Task Behavior in Students with Autism?

    Problem Importance The students academic success largely depends on their behavior, which is determined not only by the environment but also by psychologic states. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disease that is marked by communication and social functioning deficits. As reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Health…

  • Autism, Autism Spectrum Sisorder (ASD), and Theory of Mind

    Introduction The tendency toward inclusivity in education implies a more significant number of children with disabilities and developmental issues included in the classroom activities. One of the most prevailing issues relevant to education is autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which predetermines childrens cognitive, social, and physical complications. Children with autism have specific educational needs since they…

  • Autism, Myths and Realities

    Table of Contents Statistics on Autism Prevalence in the USA Autism Myth: The Rise of Diagnoses Has Been Caused by Vaccines Early Treatment of Autism Factors Impacting Parents Decisions Regarding Interventions Conclusion References Autism is one of the most common mental diseases impacting young children. This developmental disability can cause severe complications, so it is…

  • Autism Diagnosis Report Example

    Table of Contents Participants Settings Materials Experimental Design Procedures Social Validity Independent and Dependent Variables IOWA References Participants For this study, two participants who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are selected. Namely, three children aged between 9 and 11 years are regarded as the ones having ASD, as stated by the licensed psychologist.…