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autism spectrum disorders
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autism spectrum disorders,
a group of disorders characterized by impairment of development in multiple areas, including the acquisition of reciprocal social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication skills, and imaginative activity, and by stereotyped interests and behaviors. It includes autistic disorder, Rett syndrome, childhood disintegrative disorder, and Asperger syndrome. Also called pervasive developmental disorders.

Patient discussion about autism spectrum disorders.

Q. What is the difference between autism, and autism spectrum? Doctor states my child is autistic, school says he has autism spectrum disorder. What is the difference? Can medication help with any of this?

A. i agree with Lilian- it's just a way for schools to keep their behinds clean...

Q. What shall I do with my 3 years old son with autism spectrum disorder. What shall I do with my 3 years old son with autism spectrum disorder to increase on his Sensory Integration. I feel therapy is too costly to afford….Is there any alternative.

A. there are some computer software that can do that too, and it doesn't cost all that much.they combine hearing- seeing and feeling.
i saw a computer USB contraption that also work int hat method and i think it costs 150-200 $ ...not sure....

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Many of the youngsters are wheelchair users and have autistic spectrum disorder or profound learning difficulties.
A SPECIALIST unit has opened to enable pupils on the autistic spectrum to learn life skills such as cooking and household chores.
IN MARCH I received a phone call from a lady called Pam Watson who had heard about FOCAS -Families Of Children on the Autistic Spectrum.
 
 
 
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