Causes
what is the main/general cause?
Caused by differences in the brain
what is the first symptom?
Poor eye contact
are the rates higher globally or in the U.S.?
globally
what kind of tool is used to evaluate all individuals for ASD?
The ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
who was the significant case study featured in the slide show
Greta Thunberg
what have scientists found?
rare gene changes, or mutations, as well as small common genetic variations.
what is the 3rd symptom?
Repeating phrases or babble
Around 1 in how many children have been identified with autism in the U.S.
36 children
what medication can be used for children 5-16 years of age ?
Risperidone (Risperdal)
does ASD have a community impact?
yes
where are the mutations located?
Mutations in the phosphatase and tensin homolog.
what is the 8th symptom?
Obsessive interests
Around what percent of the world's population has autism spectrum disorder
1%
what medication can be used for children of 6-17 years ?
Aripiprazole (Abilify)
what does Higher neuronal packing density overall effect?
preserving information
what are examples of the mutataions?
fragile X syndrome, Rett syndrome, tuberous sclerosis
what is the 10th symptom?
Stereotyped behavior
how many people is 1%, diagnosed people with autism globally, according to the CDC?
more then 75,000,000 people
are there any therapies that can treat the dissorder?
yes, Behavioral therapies based on Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
what does Changes in cortical thickness relate to?
Related to intelligence
do scientists believe there are multiple causes? yes or no?
yes they do
what is the 12th symptom?
Doesn’t point or respond to pointing
what does CDC stand for?
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
what is what thing the medications can help with?
odd, repetitive behaviors (stereotypies), hyperactivity, irritability, throwing tantrums, being aggressive towards others, and injuring oneself
what do these findings of anatomy relate to
the regulation of brain development