Category: Autism
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Autism as Developmental Medical Condition
Table of Contents Introduction Main Body Conclusion References Introduction Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder defined by behavioral problems that include social disability, communication impairment, repetitive behaviors, and restricted interests. It is a brain disorder that impairs social interaction and communication, thus causing restricted and repetitive behavior, all starting before a child is three years…
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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Behavior Analysis
Table of Contents Introduction Trends, Recent Researches, And Scientific Findings ABA Treatment for ASD Efforts Towards New Innovations Conclusion References Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a type of intellectual development disorder (IDD) characterized by three main signs, i.e. impaired communication and social interaction, repetitive stereotypical behavior, and a restricted interest in early childhood acts.…
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Autism in Adults: Daily Challenges
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental and neurological condition typically diagnosed in childhood; the affected individuals experience challenges with social interactions, present repetitive behaviors, known as stimming, and maybe nonverbal or have restricted speech patterns known as prosody. Their poor social skills lead to problems in securing employment and maintaining relationships. Siri Carpenters article…
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Behavior Intervention in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Table of Contents Introduction Summary of results Recommendation References Introduction The purpose of the article is to expound on the interfering behaviors in persons with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), formulate an approach for preventing and lessening interfering behaviors, and present a range of evidence-based applications that can be used to tackle interfering behaviors in children…
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Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders
Table of Contents Introduction Challenges in social interaction Psychological effects Treatment for Autism Works cited Introduction Autism can be defined as a complex developmental disability that normally appears during the first three years of life and is as a result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain. (Parker, p. 3)…
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Vaccines and Autism Relationship and Debates
The link between vaccination and autism is hotly debated in the media despite the fact that the alleged evidence is definitively disproven by the scientific community. The following paper contains the analysis of two articles, both of which deal with the matter from different perspectives. The first is an anti-vaccine article from Daily Mail, and…
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Pharma Controversy Presentation: Vaccination and Autism
When Was the Medication Introduced to the Public? Measles vaccine: first introduced in 1963 (Betáková, Svetlíková, & Gocník, 2013). Mumps vaccine: introduced in the late 1960s (Betáková et al., 2013). Rubella vaccine: introduced in 1969 and enhanced in 1979 (College of the Physicians of Philadelphia, 2017). Before, the incidence of the diseases among children was…
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Autism Treatment: Natural vs. Medications
Table of Contents Abstract Introduction: Natural Remedies as the Key to Treating Autism Debate and Literature Review: What Experts Have to Say Debate Analysis: Side Effects of Medications and Other Issues Conclusion: Locating the Most Efficient Treatment Methods Reference List Abstract Topic: Autism and the disorders of the autism spectrum remain among the hot-button issues…
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Autism Spectrum Disorder in Twins: Genetics Study
Table of Contents Introduction Chromosomal Analysis Causes of ASD ASDs Origin Gene Mutation of ASD Conclusion References Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex condition, and genetics play an important role as one of its causes. The current research shows that complex interactions involving genes and the environment are responsible for ASD (Yoo, 2015).…
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Autism and Vaccination: The False Health Claim
Health is one of the most valuable attributes for humans, and they tend to be curious about it. Nowadays, using the Internet seems easier than consulting a specialist, so many people are exposed to unfiltered information. Some of it might include false claims, which are further perpetuated by conspiracies. A popular one concerns the relationship…