The causes of autism are unknown, but there are many theories. One theory this is accepted widely is the abnormalities in brain structure or function. ... Other theories are that hazardous chemical exposure causes autism, and that the MMR vaccine has some cause in autism. There has not enough evidence to support either of these theories yet. ... The committee researching the MMR vaccine theory states that there has not been enough information to prove or disprove this theory. ...

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However, according to research from the Illinois Project, "current theories indicate a problem with the function or structure of the central nervous system." ... Autistic children have problems acquiring and using language and relating socially. ... Low cognitive abilities often result in poor comprehension of abstract concepts and figurative language forms. ... A speech language pathologist usually is the main therapist to work with autistic children. ... Kim Language Development, Differences, and Disorders: A Perspective for General and Special Education Teachers and Classroom-Bas...

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That's because Asperger Syndrome is a relatively mild form of ASD which does not include problems with basic language skills. ... Abnormal Language Autistic people have serious problems in speaking and understanding language. ... Often the request is too complicated, or it is expressed in language that is too advanced for them to understand. ... The theory that parental practices are responsible for ASD has long been disproved. 2.4 Treatment for Autism There is no cure for ASDs. ... Educational/Behavioral Interventions:  Therapists use highly structured and intensive skill-oriented tra...

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They include extreme difficulty in learning language, inappropriate responses to people, avoiding eye contact, resisting being picked up or cuddled, uncooperative play with other children, extreme hyperactivity just to name a few. ... Some autistic people mildly affected may exhibit only slight delays in language and communication and greater challenges with social interactions. ... These are just a few of the theories that are false about the cause of autism. ... The characteristics of autism vary so much, a child should be evaluated by a multidisciplinary team which may include a neurolo...

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Some people with autism are high functioning with speech and intelligence intact while others show signs of mental retardation, become mute and have serious language delays. ... Early intervention programs that include educational programs and behavior training programs help emphasize developing language and social skills. ... Having the family work with teachers and therapists to continue education and behavior training outside of the classroom and in the home and family settings Difference in the Behaviors of Infants with and without Autism Normal Infants Communication • S...

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He drew up 4 major symptoms of autism, which are still the basic criteria for judgment today: a) inability to form relationships with people, b) Lack of spontaneous play, c) serious abnormalities in the development of language and communication, d) an obsessive insistence on particular routines. Sigman et al (1986) showed that autistic children could feel emotion, and Harris (1988) said their problem lied in their inability to interpret emotional signals from others effectively; they seem to lack a "theory of mind". ... Adjust your language b. ...

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Researchers are investigating many theories, including the link between heredity, genetics and medical problems. ... Insistence on sameness; resistance to change Difficulty in expressing needs; uses gestures or pointing instead of words Repeating words or phrases in place of normal, responsive language Laughing, crying, showing distress for reasons not apparent to others Prefers to be alone; aloof manner Tantrums Difficulty in mixing with others May not want to cuddle or be cuddled Little or no eye contact Unresponsive to normal teaching methods Sustained odd ...

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