Autism

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This paper looks at the hallmarks of autism such as the absence of common social exchanges and normal language skills, bizarre behavior, the lack of eye contact, preoccupation with unusual aspects of toys or objects, repetitive, ritualistic behavior and the strong need for an unaltered environment. The paper discusses the detection, diagnosis and evaluation as well as the medical and behavioral interventions available. The paper examines instruction methods that can be used to teach autistic children.

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"Autism is primarily a pervasive developmental disorder that was formerly considered as a disorder separately classified from similar disorders such as Asperger Syndrome, Rett Syndrome and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder. Currently, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR) reclassifies autism as part of a larger group comprised of the aforementioned disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) (National Institute of Mental Health [NIMH], 2004)."

Sample of Sources Used:

• American Academy of Neurology & Child Neurology Society. (2003). Practice parameter: Screening and diagnosis of autism, report of the quality standards subcommittee of the American Academy of Neurology and the Child Neurology Society. Retrieved September 28, 2006 from http://www.guideline.gov.
• CDC. (2006). How common are Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)? Retrieved September 28, 2006, from http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/asd_common.htm
• Hilt, R.J., Metz, W.P. & Dagg, P. (2006). Autistic Spectrum disorders. Retrieved September 28, 2006, from http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic3202.htm
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