Fun Facts
Autism is usually diagnosed by what age?
Age 3
Where was Dr. Hans Asperger a pediatrician from?
Australia
This type of therapy teaches them more appropriate ways to communicate their needs.
Behavioral Therapy
What gender is more vulnerable to developing autism?
Boys are 4 times more likely to develop Autism than girls
When did Jaylynne's little brother get diagnosed with autism?
In July
What is the most common trait of a child with autism?
Being non-verbal or attachment issues.
What was the book The Wild Boy of Aveyron about?
A naked kid being found naked in a forest, did not speak, and seemed deaf. He sat there rocking back and forth, and was shelling beans.
A pathologist will help with communication related issues like word articulation, and sentence formation.
Speech Therapy
Are you more likely to have a child with autism with your brother having autism or your previous child having autism?
Having a previous child with autism.
What is the environmental possible cause of autism while the mother is pregnant?
Exposed to heavy metals and harmful toxins.
What is Jaylynne's little brothers name?
Garren
When was the name of the disorder invented?
1930s
This therapy helps the child process anxiety producing triggers like noises, sounds, lights, and certain textures.
Sensory- Integration Therapy
Does a baby being born pre-term or born late have a higher risk for autism?
The baby being born preterm.
What gender of autism is understudied?
Females
What famous people where thought to have autism? Name at least one!
Isaac Newton, Albert Einstein, Bill Gates
Where did doctor Hans work?
Vienna children’s medical center
This therapy teaches children how to act socially.
Social Skills Therapy
At what age do the parents have to be to risk having a child with Autism?
Either parent would be 35 and up.
What is Jaylynne's little brother's favorite toy that he is attached to?
Mr. Potato Head!
Contrary to popular belief, parents...
are not always the cause of autism.
What was the name of the man who expressed his ideas for autism as a “natural entity”?
Dr. Hans Asperger
This type of therapy will help your child learn life skills like eating food and getting dressed.
Occupational Therapy
What race is most likely to develop autism?
non-Hispanic white
How many children in Iowa does autism affect?
More than 8,000.