Autism

AUTISM Learn About Aspergers... WHAT IS IT? * Autism is a developmental disorder that comes from a Neurological disorder affecting normal brain functions. It affects communication and socializing skills. Kids with autism usually can't express themselves in the way kids without autism can. CAUSES... * Genetics are a big cause of Autism. Also, their environment can trigger some type of Autism because of air pollutants and other things around the individual can cause signs of Autism.

 SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS... * Covering ears when normal sounds are heard * Feeling uncomfortable by being touched, even in a gentle way * Temper tantrums * Repeated words or phrases being said over and over  PERCEPTION... * People's perception of Autism is they have inappropriate behaviors and don't know how to express love or when to be quiet. Most people feel they don't fit in with their age of peers, and they also don't think Autistics can live independently or even get a job. They believe most will end up living with parents or in institutions. Although, a few seem to have gifts, and are more functional than others. TREATMENT... * Treatment can be very intense and require cooperation from family and sometimes professionals. It can take training and positive reinforcement to help improve social, behavioral, and communication skills. Some children require speech therapy. Occupational therapy can help improve motor skills and when and how to process information by using their senses.

**CiTATIONS... ** http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/info/autism/ http://kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/brain/autism.html http://astridvanwoerkm.wordpress.com/2010/07/21/lay-perceptionofautism http://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism/treatment http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/autism-treatment-overview http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/autism/DS00348/DSECTION=causes