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Jan 6, 2018 · Autism spectrum disorder is a condition related to brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others, causing problems in social interaction and communication. The disorder also includes limited and repetitive patterns of behavior. The term "spectrum" in autism spectrum disorder refers to the wide range of ...
Aug 20, 2019 · Abstract. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders, affecting an estimated 1 in 59 children. ASD is highly genetically heterogeneous and may be caused by both inheritable and de novo gene variations. In the past decade, hundreds of genes have been identified that contribute to the serious deficits ...
- Lauren Rylaarsdam, Alicia Guemez-Gamboa
- 10.3389/fncel.2019.00385
- 2019
- Front Cell Neurosci. 2019; 13: 385.
Apr 28, 2024 · Awareness of autism behaviors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the latest research from 2023 shows that 1 in 36 children was diagnosed with autism. This is an increase from 1 in 44 children just two years ago. Children tend to become more aware of their diagnosis around puberty.
Aug 12, 2021 · Signs usually are seen by age 2. Children with autism spectrum disorder are likely to have a unique pattern of behavior and level of severity — from low-functioning to high-functioning. Some children with the disorder have difficulty learning, and some have signs of lower-than-normal intelligence. Other children have normal to high intelligence.
Apr 13, 2023 · Autism is one of a group of serious developmental problems called autism spectrum disorders that appear in early childhood — usually before age 3. Though symptoms and severity vary, all autism spectrum disorders affect a child's ability to communicate and interact with others. While there is no cure for autism, intensive, early treatment can ...
Apr 13, 2023 · The ultimate goal of treatment is to increase children's ability to function, reduce symptoms and help them achieve their goals. Treatment options for children diagnosed with autism vary. Individualized treatment plans could include therapies, school and community support programs, and medications, if necessary.
