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This is a team project from my Bachelor of Science in Psychology program 7/2011-TRANSCRIPT
Autism
By Learning Tean “A” Psy/340
Amanda Trivett Sandra Cruz Danielle Delaunay Ebony Henson James Clements Jocelyn Copko Nina Gay date
Introduction
What is Autism
Neurological damage or changes to the brain as a result of Autism
Behavioral or functional changes
The suspected or known causes of Autism
The role of genetics
What is Autism?
Developmental brain
disorders
Wide-spectrum disorder
Difficulty with
communication & social
skills
Result of a neurological
disorder
Neurological Damage or Changes to the Brain as a Result of Autism
Neurological damage or changes
Abnormalities in the Limbic System
Abnormalities in the Frontal Lobes
Abnormalities in the Brain Stem
Fourth Ventricle or in the Cerebellum
Behavioral or Functional Changes that can Occur as a Result of Autism
Autism is comprised of a wide spectrum of disorders
Behavioral changes vary from mild to severe
Symptoms vary and can be detected at an early age.
National and International Incidences of Autism
Statistics in the U. S.(As of 2009)
1 in 110 births
Growth Rate over
1,100%
1% of child population
Statistics in the U.K.( As of 2009)
1 in 64 births
Growth rate over
1,000%
1% of child population
The Suspected or Known Causes of Autism
Genetic
Child’s sex
Family History
Father’s Age
Other Medical
Disorders
Environmental
Viral Infections
Air Pollutants
Mercury Poisoning
Current Treatments or Therapies
Therapies
Speech Therapy
Occupational
Therapy
Social Skills Therapy
Treatments
Brain Balance
Intervention
The Role of Genetics on the Onset of Autism
Chromosomal Indicators
2 and 7 play a critical role
3 and 10 distinguish onset
4 and 11 markers for
gender differences
Conclusion
Autism consists of a wide spectrum of different
disorders ranging from mild to severe
Characterized by difficulty in social interaction
No known cause or cure
Several treatments exist
Research indicates genetic link
Family support is key
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