Restrictive Behaviors: Understanding Autism Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors
Restricted behaviors are characteristic of various developmental disorders and have a specific profile in individuals with autism. Although these …
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Adults with High Functioning Autism: Insight into High Functioning Autism in Adults
High functioning autism and Asperger’s syndrome are closely related and the effects on an adult’s life are similar. While these adults may marry and …
Continue ReadingFacts About Children with High-Functioning Autism
There is some confusion in medical circles over the difference between Asperger’s syndrome and high-functioning autism in children. In most cases, …
Continue ReadingFascinating Facts about Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism spectrum disorders include autistic disorder, Rett’s syndrome, Asperger’s syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive …
Continue ReadingMotor Stereotypy: Is Your Child Exhibiting Signs of Motor Stereotypy?
Looking for facts about motor stereotypy? Read on for a better understanding of what stereotypes entail, as well as the different categories that they …
Continue ReadingAutism Self Injury: An Insight
Autism self injury is a major problem for adults and children alike. Helping a self-injurious loved one who is autistic can be a challenge but it is …
Continue ReadingAsperger's vs High Functioning Autism
In ‘Asperger’s vs High Functioning Autism’ we take a look at the key differences and similarities between the two disorders.
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Autism spectrum disorders are characterized by several groups of symptoms. Some of these are more noticeable than others.
Continue ReadingWhat is High Functioning Autism? Insight into High Functioning Autism
What exactly does the term “high functioning autism” mean? Is it a valid autism spectrum disorder diagnosis? Read onto find out more.
Continue ReadingAutism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms in Children
The autism spectrum encompasses a number of conditions that share similar symptoms. While the severity may vary, the symptoms will be present to one …
Continue ReadingExploring the List of Autism Spectrum Disorders
The Autisim Spectrum Disorder list features five disorders categorized by the American Psychiatric Association as Pervasive Developmental Disorders. …
Continue ReadingThe History of Autism Spectrum Disorders since 1900
Before autism was recognized as a condition with signs and symptoms, sufferers were often regarded as having mental retardation or other mental …
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