Autism spectrums disorders (ASDs), classified as pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs) among Axis I disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV), are relatively common social communication disorders that affect approximately 0.6% to 1% of the gene...
That's because they see it as a negative thing, as a disease. Many people are challenging the idea and to us, we think autism is not a disease. It's just another way of thinking and looking at the world. Our brains function differently from most people's brains. Think of it like c...
In support of this notion, we summarize data from a population-based twin study in which parents reported on their 8-year-olds' talents and their ASC-like traits. Across the whole sample, ASC-like traits, and specifically ‘restricted and repetitive behaviours and interests’ related to detail...
Find out the signs to look for and how early treatments can improve well-being for kids with autism.
Is autism autosomal dominant? Which is more rare autosomal dominant or recessive traits? Is muscular dystrophy autosomal dominant? Are autoimmune diseases autosomal dominant? How do autosomal dominant diseases not die out? Is autosomal dominant a single gene defect?
More specifically, the researchers were interested in how the Big Five Personality Traits, a widely accepted model believed to encompass basic dimensions of personality, influenced food consumption and healthy eating habits. The five traits are: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and...
What type of traits are considered polygenic traits? What is an autosomal dominant mutation? How many chromosomes do people with autism have? What is the difference between a genotype and a phenotype? What are polygenic traits in biology?
Eugenics is a disgusting and unethical process. Who determines what genetic traits are 'desirable' or more 'superior'? All it leads to is the sterilisation or involuntary euthanasia of a race or type of people deemed 'inferior' or 'Undesirable' by people who have no right to label someone ...
Terror recruits often seem to come from vulnerable backgrounds. But new evidence suggests that those suffering from traits of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) could be more at risk of being radicalised. It follows a number of high-profile cases where autis
Accept a person for who they are, autistic traits and all, and don’t ask them to change or mask. Give emotional support. Listen to what is bothering them. Provide direct support for daily living activities. Help with laundry, cooking, grocery shopping etc. ...