Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that begins early in childhood and lasts throughout a person’s life. It affects how a person acts and interacts with others, communicates, and learns. Until recently, experts talked about different types of autism, such as autistic disorder, Asperger’s syndrome, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified…
Asperger’s syndrome is a form of autism. It is a previously used diagnosis on the autism spectrum. In 2013, it became part of one umbrella diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders . Typical to strong verbal language skills and intellectual ability distinguish Asperger syndrome from other…
Countless neurological disorders are presently affecting people’s lives, limiting their mobility and lifestyle. Neurological disorders are diseases of the central and peripheral nervous system. To be specific it affects the brain, spinal cord, cranial nerves, peripheral nerves, nerve roots, autonomic nervous system, neuromuscular junction and muscles. Examples of Neurological Disorders; Asperger Syndrome – is an…
AUTISM Autism is a development disorder. It has effects on behavior of a person, characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication along with repetitive and restricted behavior (American Psychological Association, 1994, World Health Organizations, 1994). According to latest research one in 68 babies born in USA have autistic disorder. Characteristics Communication difficultiesVerbal troubleRepetitive and…