Abstract
The paper relates that the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) reports that autism is one "in a group of developmental disorders known as the autism spectrum disorders" ("Autism Fact", 2008, sec. 1). The paper explains that these autism spectrum disorders include Rett Syndrome, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder and Prevasive Development Disorder ("Autism Fact", 2008, sec. 1). The paper reveals that it is known that 3-6 children in every 1,000 develop autism and that more males will develop autism than females ("Autism Facts", 2008, sec. 1).

Tags:autism, children, disorder

Abstract
This paper describes the major impairment areas of autism, and the symptoms of each. It then evaluates the effectiveness of treatments used in treating autism in general, through a literature review of 15 different source materials.
Outline
Characteristics of Autism
Impairments
Diagnosis of Autism
Etiology of Autism
Psychodynamic Explanations
Candida Infection
MMR Vaccination
Current Scientific Findings
Treatments for Autism: Questionable Theories
Sensory-Motor Therapies
Psychotherapies
Biological Treatments
Promising Treatments for Autism
Applied Behavior Analysis
Pharmacotherapy
Discussion
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Auditory Integration Training (AIT) involves listening to filtered, modulated music that presents sounds of differing pitches and volumes. AIT is typically administered in two daily half an hour sessions for a ten day period. The theory is that a major factor in the behavioral problems with individuals with autism is that they have hypersensitive hearing. The idea is that the individual adjusts to the sounds he or she hears in therapy so they become more 'normal.' Arguers for AIT claim that the benefits include improved comprehension, memory, eye contact, appropriate social behavior, willingness to interact with others, and responsibility in school (Berard, 1993)."

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Abstract
The paper relates that according to the Autism Society of America, autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears "during the first three years of life and affects a person's ability to communicate and interact with others" (Autism Society of America, n.d.). The paper explains that this disorder is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees, and, although recent research has revealed much about this disorder, far more remains unknown. In light of these facts, the paper explores autism in terms of its symptoms, etiology, and prognosis.

From the Paper
"According to the Autism Society of America, autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears "during the first three years of life and affects a person's ability to communicate and interact with others" (Autism Society of America, n.d.). This disorder is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees. Moreover, although recent research has revealed much about this disorder, far more remains unknown. In light of these facts, the following study explores autism in terms of its symptoms, etiology, and prognosis.

Tags:autism, autism etiology, autism symptoms

Abstract
This paper presents an overview and discussion of Shirley Cohen's book, "Targeting Autism: What We Know, Don't Know and Can Do to Help Young Children With Autism and Related Disorders". The paper focuses on areas most relevant to educators and includes an overall review of the book. The paper contends that Cohen's book is a comprehensive and objective examination of the key areas of autism.

From the Paper
"Shirley Cohen's "Targeting Autism: What We Know Don't Know and Can Do to Help Young Children with Autism and Related Disorders" offers comprehensive and objective examination of the key areas of autism. The subsequent review of this book will thus offer a concise overview of the book with a special focus on specific areas that can be highly useful to educators. Furthermore the impact of the book on my views as an educator will also be presented. Divided into three parts this book first introduces readers to..."

Tags:Book review: Targeting Autism: What We Know, Don't Know, and Can Do to Help Young Children With Autism and Related Disorders By Shirley Cohen

Abstract
This paper discusses the possible link between immunization, specifically MMR immunization or vaccination, and the growth of autism in our society in recent decades. The paper relates that since the shocking findings of Dr, Andrew Wakefield in the late 1990s - findings which ostensibly linked MMR vaccination with autism - there has been much debate in academia about whether or not such a linkage really exists. The paper discusses how Wakefield's controversial conclusions have been largely debunked in the past decade, though there remain small pockets of academics who insist that Wakefield was really on to something and that he might have unlocked a vital portal into why autism afflicts so many children in the contemporary age.

From the Paper
"This paper looks at the possible link between immunization, specifically MMR immunization or vaccination, and the growth of autism in our society in recent decades. Since the shocking findings of Dr, Andrew Wakefield in the late 1990s - findings which ostensibly linked MMR vaccination with autism - there has been much debate in academia about whether or not such a linkage really exists. Suffice it to say, Wakefield's controversial conclusions have been largely debunked in the past decade, though there remain small pockets of academics who insist that Wakefield was really on..."

Tags:link, immunization, autism

Abstract
The paper relates that autism is not one disorder but refers to a spectrum of disorders or group of developmental disabilities which are marked by serious impairments in social interaction and communication (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 1). The paper reveals that the CDC found that autism is very common since one in 150 children tested at eight years of age has the disorder. The paper discusses how autism spectrum disorders consist of an especially puzzling type of developmental disability since all disorders in the spectrum share deficits in three domains: social interaction, communication, and restricted interests or repetitive behaviors (Schechtman 497).

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Abstract
This paper summarizes the research on diagnosing autism. The paper addresses assessment and the use of the DSM-IV for autism diagnosis. The paper also studies difficulties with diagnosis and differential diagnosis, including the need for a multiple axial diagnosis. The paper concludes that parent-pediatrician partnerships are critical to making an early autism diagnosis.

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Abstract
The paper addresses autism spectrum disorders including classical autism, in varying symptoms that present challenges to teachers. The paper discusses how autism's consistent symptoms and vagaries render it a mysterious neurological disorder. The paper examines the degrees of impairment and sometimes severe abnormalities and discusses how the autistic child must learn what normal children adopt by osmosis, interacting with other normal children.

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"Autism has become a topic of general interest to teachers who can be the first to spot symptoms as autistic symptoms that may have been diagnosed differently. The late 20th century has seen many children in Western countries diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome among others of what are discussed as Autism spectrum disorders. Teaching adaptations allow many autistic children to progress academically given teachers who understand their disorders and the needed adjustments, some of which this paper explains. Autism is known to be familial and inherited but also a..."

Tags:autism, learning, variations

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This paper argues that behavioral analysis is one of the most effective treatments for autism. The paper begins by examining the childhood disorder of autism, and the behavior and social skills of autistic children. The paper then explains behavioral analysis and describes how it is effectively used to treat autistic children.

From the Paper
"Autism is one of the most severe and disruptive of all childhood disorders -- a level of disruption that of course lasts well into adulthood. With both genetic and environmental elements at work in it autism, which affects boys at least three times more often than girls..."

Tags:autism, intervention, behavioral analysis

Abstract
This paper focuses on several aspects of autism and communication. It explains that, in order to fully understand the disorder, one must learn about the disorder, how common it is, how it affects development, how it affects learning, what treatments are available, and what effects it has on the family as a whole. After understanding these details about autism, those who work with those who have the disorder are better equipped to make the greatest impact.

From the Paper
"The developmental disorder, Autism is a complicated disorder and can become very confusing to those who have incorrect information or simply do not have the basic facts. Autism is commonly referred to as a "spectrum disorder" or "Pervasive Developmental Disorder" (PDD). The disorders that are classified under this spectrum include Autistic Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified, Asperger's Syndrome, Rett's Syndrome and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder. The word "spectrum" is used due to the severe differences of symptoms and function levels. Those with a spectrum disorder can have any combination of symptoms with varying levels of the symptoms. The development disorders defined under the PDD category, while all having a separate diagnosis, often times it can be extremely difficult to clearly determine one's diagnosis within the spectrum."

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