i need information on the cause of autism, the effects of autism on bodily functions and the short and long term effects of autism. can anyone help me please?
2006-06-27 08:54:39 · 9 answers · asked by me 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
All my links are here if they are of any use to you [just ignore all the other links on my Blinklist ;oP] - http://www.blinklist.com/Tarnished_Sprout/Autism - very few there, but I found them interesting.
2006-06-27 09:00:00 · answer #1 · answered by Kasha 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder. Research has shown that there is a 'triad' of impairments; language, social skills and rigid thinking. This basically means that the person will find it difficult to communicate with others, they may find it difficult to have alterations in routine and they may not be able to understand the social and pragmatic aspects of life. This is not a disorder that can be cured but it can be managed with expert help from Speech and language therapists, psychologists and other health workers. It's best to start intervention at a young age. There is no one cause of autism so don't be fooled by the extremely tentative link to the MMR jab. There is no actual evidence for this. Go to the National Autistic Society website - it's very good.
2006-06-27 16:04:51 · answer #2 · answered by bun 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the curious incident book is about a guy with aspergers which is on the autistic spectrum but generally not as pervasive as autism itself. Autism means that your child will lack a 'theory of mind' in that they find it hard to imagine things e.g., they can't put themselves in other people's shoes or play like other children. they will also probably have obsessions with certain things which makes them feel safe and if these obsessions are disrupted it can be difficult for them. they are also usually hyper sensitive to noise, touch and smell etc. self harm is common. Autism is a label which can help but also hinder.
2006-06-27 16:11:05 · answer #3 · answered by egger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure which state your in but here in Southern California there is a program called TOTAL (treatment of the Autistic Learner) it's a very good place their e-mail is autismpsych@aol.com. They are based in Sierra Madre,Ca at the moment but are soon moving to Monrovia, Ca. hope this helps, Good luck
2006-06-27 17:22:26 · answer #4 · answered by Skyla W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure about the cause and effect, I'd love to help but I can't. However for more understanding, please read The Curious Incident Of The Dog in the Nighttime, it is truely amazing
Best of luck, take care
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2006-06-27 16:01:16 · answer #5 · answered by ...o(_insert witty comment_) 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the dog in the night time is about aspergers syndrome, a disorder on the autistic spectrum. i work with autistic children and the spectrum is so wide ranging that this is really not the place to look. you need professional advice from a doctor. good luck
2006-06-27 16:10:09 · answer #6 · answered by emma r 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a wealth of information out there! Sometimes it can be overwhelming- all of the treatments, etc... I am going to give you a list of websites that I have found to be helpful!
2006-06-27 23:15:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pls,search on google.
2006-06-27 16:30:57 · answer #8 · answered by roymark 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, but you can search on google.
2006-06-27 15:57:55 · answer #9 · answered by Anry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋