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Revision as of 20:59, 5 September 2007 by ATC (talk | contribs) (== History ==)(diff) ← Previous revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) (sometimes referred to as autism spectrum or autistic spectrum) are classified in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) and the International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (ICD-10) as five pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) characterized by widespread abnormalities of social interactions and communication, as well as severely restricted interests and highly repetitive behavior.
Autism is one of the five autism spectrum disorders. Of the other four autism spectrum disorders, Asperger's syndrome is closest to autism in signs and likely causes; Rett syndrome and childhood disintegrative disorder share several signs with autism but may have unrelated causes; finally, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS) is diagnosed when the criteria are not met for a more specific disorder. Unlike autism, Asperger's has no significant delay in language development.
One review estimated a prevalence of at least 1.3 per 1,000 for autism and 6.0–6.5 per 1,000 for ASD; PDD-NOS was the vast majority of ASD, Asperger's was about 0.3 per 1,000 and the atypical forms childhood disintegrative disorder and Rett syndrome were much rarer.
History
30 Years ago research said that autism is severe and permanent, but in recent studies if you have autism and/or Pervasive Devolopment Disorder No Other Specified (PDD-NOS) kid's could go through early intervention's, such as Applied Behavior Analisys (ABA), and/or Sunrise kids could gain social and living skills, but with (severe) autism kids can not get better from Autism.
Autistic traits
Behaviorally, certain characteristics identify the autism spectrum. The type, severity and/or number of autistic traits present determines the severity of autism in the individual. These autistic traits may be beneficial for some disciplines like science, mathematics, engineering and computer programming. Some autistic individuals might show a marked proficiency in rote memorization which may help learn the foundation of these subjects; however, the exceptionally good aptitude (in these subjects) of high functioning autistic spectrum persons may be due to their ability to readily identify patterns and apply them consistently to new situations outside of established knowledge or teaching. These savant skills, although popularly considered to be a major part of autistic disorders, are evident only in about 5% of autistic individuals (Klin and Volkmar, 1997).
ADHD and autism
Some research suggests a possible genetic and behavioral connection between ADHD and autism.
References
- World Health Organization (2006). "F84. Pervasive developmental disorders". International Statistical Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems (10th ed. (ICD-10) ed.).
{{cite book}}:|access-date=requires|url=(help); External link in|chapterurl=|chapterurl=ignored (|chapter-url=suggested) (help) - Lord C, Cook EH, Leventhal BL, Amaral DG (2000). "Autism spectrum disorders" (PDF). Neuron. 28 (2): 355–63. doi:10.1016/S0896-6273(00)00115-X. PMID 11144346.
{{cite journal}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - American Psychiatric Association (2000). "Diagnostic criteria for 299.80 Asperger's Disorder (AD)". Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (4th ed., text revision (DSM-IV-TR) ed.). ISBN 0890420254.
{{cite book}}:|access-date=requires|url=(help); External link in|chapterurl=|chapterurl=ignored (|chapter-url=suggested) (help) - Fombonne E (2005). "Epidemiology of autistic disorder and other pervasive developmental disorders". J Clin Psychiatry. 66 (Suppl 10): 3–8. PMID 16401144.
External links
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- CDC's "Learn the Signs. Act Early.” campaign - Information for parents on early childhood development and developmental disabilities such as autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive Developmental Disorders)
- Autism Spectrum Disorders from ScienceDaily - Latest research news on autism spectrum disorders. Includes searchable archives
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder fact sheets - Fact sheets on diagnosis, early intervention, behaviors, family issues & personal stories, for both parents of a child on the autistic spectrum, and adults on the spectrum.
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism
