eMedTV Autism Articles

Asburger Syndrome

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:40:37 CDT

Asburger Syndrome
Children with Asperger syndrome often have poor social skills and narrow interests. This eMedTV page lists other symptoms of this condition and explains what treatments are available. Asburger syndrome is a common misspelling of Asperger syndrome.

Asperger's Syndrome

Sun, 22 Apr 2007 10:54:15 CDT

Asperger's Syndrome
Asperger's syndrome is a developmental disorder that is most often characterized by an obsessive interest in a single topic. This portion of the eMedTV archives offers an overview of Asperger's syndrome, with information about symptoms and treatment.

Asperger's

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 15:54:41 CDT

Asperger's
Children with Asperger's usually develop an obsessive interest in a single subject. This eMedTV Web page offers a detailed look at this autism spectrum disorder, with information on symptoms, characteristics, and treatment options.

Asperger Characteristic

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 15:15:12 CDT

Asperger Characteristic
Perhaps the most identifiable Asperger characteristic is a child's obsessive interest in a single topic or object. This section of the eMedTV library highlights other common Asperger characteristics such as problems with nonverbal communication.

Asperger Symptoms

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 16:43:14 CDT

Asperger Symptoms
As this eMedTV article explains, Asperger symptoms may include clumsiness and problems with nonverbal communication; however, the most noticeable symptom is usually an obsessive interest in a single topic or object.

Asperger Syndrome Research

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 14:03:04 CDT

Asperger Syndrome Research
An Asperger syndrome research study is analyzing DNA from children with Asperger to identify genes that are linked to the disorder. This eMedTV Web page contains information about various Asperger syndrome research studies.

Asperger Syndrome

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 12:14:21 CDT

Asperger Syndrome
A child with Asperger syndrome often has an obsessive interest in a single topic. This eMedTV segment takes a closer look at this developmental disorder, including its symptoms, prognosis, and treatment options.

Asperger Treatment

Tue, 8 Sep 2009 17:43:04 CDT

Asperger Treatment
As this eMedTV page explains, social skills training, cognitive behavioral therapy, and medication for coexisting conditions are used in Asperger treatment. This page illustrates how the ideal plan coordinates therapies to address the disorder's symptoms.

Asperger

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 11:49:33 CDT

Asperger
A person with Asperger syndrome will often display an obsessive interest in a single object or topic. This eMedTV page discusses this developmental disorder in detail, including information on identifying characteristics, treatments, and prognosis.

Asperges Syndrome

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:41:36 CDT

Asperges Syndrome
Asperger's syndrome is a developmental disorder that affects a child's communication skills. This eMedTV article lists the treatment options and other symptoms of this condition. Asperges syndrome is a common misspelling of Asperger's syndrome.

Causes of Asperger Syndrome

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 15:54:29 CDT

Causes of Asperger Syndrome
While the causes of Asperger syndrome are not known, it is likely that both genetics and environment play a role in the disorder. This eMedTV Web page discusses some of the research being conducted on factors that may contribute to Asperger syndrome.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Medications

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 16:17:42 CDT

Autism Spectrum Disorder Medications
Autism spectrum disorder medications include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants. This eMedTV article takes a detailed look at autism spectrum disorders currently used to treat symptoms of autism.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Statistics

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 16:14:23 CDT

Autism Spectrum Disorder Statistics
Autism spectrum disorder statistics suggest that autism spectrum disorder is the second most common developmental disability in the US. This eMedTV article contains autism spectrum disorder statistics that measure the frequency of ASD.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 19:00:17 CDT

Autism Spectrum Disorder Symptoms
Examples of autism spectrum disorder symptoms include not making eye contact and having trouble understanding other people's feelings. This eMedTV page lists many of the possible autism spectrum disorder symptoms a child may exhibit.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Treatment

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 19:24:03 CDT

Autism Spectrum Disorder Treatment
Applied behavior analysis has become a widely accepted autism spectrum disorder treatment. The information in this eMedTV article provides details about autism spectrum disorder treatment and educational goals based on age.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 12:50:25 CST

Autism Spectrum Disorder
A child with an autism spectrum disorder will have problems with verbal and nonverbal communication. This eMedTV article discusses the various types of disorders, such as Asperger syndrome and childhood disintegrative disorder, symptoms, and treatment.

Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Medical Conditions

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 16:44:13 CDT

Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Medical Conditions
People may have autism spectrum disorders and other medical conditions such as Fragile X syndrome or seizures. This eMedTV site offers treatment information about autism spectrum disorders and other medical conditions that often accompany autism.

Autism Spectrum Disorders in Adults

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 13:42:52 CDT

Autism Spectrum Disorders in Adults
Autism spectrum disorders in adults do not necessarily preclude working in mainstream jobs or living independently. This eMedTV site explores a variety of options that parents of adults with autism spectrum disorders will need to consider.

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 19:04:40 CST

Autism Spectrum Disorders
Asperger syndrome, autistic disorder, and Rett syndrome are examples of autism spectrum disorders. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of these disorders, including their symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

Autism Spectrum

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 16:39:24 CST

Autism Spectrum
Disorders within the autism spectrum include Asperger syndrome, Rett syndrome, classical autism, and others. This eMedTV article provides information about how these disorders are diagnosed and treated.

Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 14:06:09 CDT

Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders
The first stage of diagnosing autism spectrum disorders entails developmental screening during "well child" checkups. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at diagnosing autism spectrum disorders.

Help for Autism Spectrum Disorder Children

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 15:57:27 CDT

Help for Autism Spectrum Disorder Children
The key to getting help for autism spectrum disorder children often involves learning about special programs. This eMedTV article discusses programs that provide help for autism spectrum disorder children and offers tips for parents seeking help.

Ateizm

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:43:30 CDT

Ateizm
Autism is a brain disorder that usually becomes apparent in children by the age of three. This eMedTV resource explores the possible causes of autism and explains how the condition can be treated. Ateizm is a common misspelling of autism.

Atism

Thu, 9 Jul 2009 12:33:34 CDT

Atism
This eMedTV page explores autism, a brain disorder that impairs a person's ability to communicate and form relationships with others. This page briefly explains the causes, treatment options, and prognosis. Atism is a common misspelling of autism.

Audism

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:47:05 CDT

Audism
Children with autism have trouble communicating and forming relationships with others. This eMedTV Web page further explores how this disorder affects a child and explains what treatment options are available. Audism is a common misspelling of autism.

Audisom

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:50:59 CDT

Audisom
Autism is a disorder that impairs a child's communication and social interaction skills. This eMedTV resource briefly explores the effects of this condition and links to more information about autism. Audisom is a common misspelling of autism.

Autisim

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:58:17 CDT

Autisim
Autism is a disorder that affects a child's ability to communicate and function socially. This eMedTV article explains how many children are affected by autism and lists other symptoms of this condition. Autisim is a common misspelling of autism.

Autisium

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:02:05 CDT

Autisium
About 3 to 6 out of every 1,000 children develop autism, a brain development disorder. This eMedTV Web page describes the characteristic behaviors of autism and lists available treatment options. Autisium is a common misspelling of autism.

Autism and MMR Vaccine

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:10:22 CDT

Autism and MMR Vaccine
Many parents wonder if autism is caused by the MMR vaccine. This eMedTV article discusses this question in detail, describing studies done on the possible link and explaining why current research suggests that there is no connection between the two.

Autism Causes

Fri, 5 Sep 2008 16:49:50 CDT

Autism Causes
While there are no known causes of autism, recent studies suggest that some people are genetically predisposed. This eMedTV resource outlines some of the recent research into possible causes of this condition.

Autism Education

Tue, 4 Nov 2008 14:39:57 CST

Autism Education
This portion of the eMedTV site identifies the general goals of autism education for children in various age groups. This article also contains questions parents should consider asking about their autistic child's individual education program.

Autism in Adults

Thu, 5 Feb 2009 17:00:01 CST

Autism in Adults
As this eMedTV segment explains, adult autism can create a unique set of challenges. This article offers advice for those dealing with adults who have this condition, including information about living arrangements and government programs.

Autism Medications

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:24:47 CDT

Autism Medications
This eMedTV page offers examples of drugs used for autism, such as Prozac and Haldol. As this article explains, these medications are prescribed "off label," meaning that they haven't been approved by the FDA to treat autism.

Autism Research

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 17:44:25 CST

Autism Research
This eMedTV resource provides details about several of the autism research studies currently under way. For example, ongoing research includes imaging studies searching for brain abnormalities that could cause impaired social communication.

Autism Speech Language Therapy

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 16:06:06 CST

Autism Speech Language Therapy
As this eMedTV segment explains, speech language therapy for autism can be combined with occupational and physical therapies to improve communication in those with autism. This article offers a closer look at speech and language therapy.

Autism Statistics

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:30:18 CST

Autism Statistics
Current statistics on autism indicate that the disorder is more common than childhood cancer. This eMedTV article features a variety of statistics that may help the reader understand more about this developmental disorder.

Autism Symptoms

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:54:48 CDT

Autism Symptoms
Verbal problems, problems with social interaction, and repetitive behaviors are possible autism symptoms. This eMedTV Web page provides details about these and other possible symptoms, including what happens as a child with the condition gets older.

Autism Treatment

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 17:49:17 CST

Autism Treatment
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) has become widely accepted as an effective treatment for autism. This eMedTV page features a list of questions parents should ask about any treatment they may be considering for their child.

Autism

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 13:37:47 CDT

Autism
Autism is a developmental disorder that results in impaired thinking, feeling, and social functioning. This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at autism, including information about characteristic behaviors, symptoms, and treatment.

Autisme

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:11:24 CDT

Autisme
Autism is a disorder that affects children, causing problems with communication and social interaction. This eMedTV Web page describes symptoms of autism and explains what treatments are available. Autisme is a common misspelling of autism.

Autistic Children

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:25:46 CST

Autistic Children
Typically, autistic children will have communication problems and difficulties with social interaction. This eMedTV Web page explains how children with this disorder engage in repetitive behaviors or focus on narrow, obsessive interests.

Autistic

Mon, 3 Nov 2008 12:16:41 CST

Autistic
An autistic infant may avoid eye contact, seem deaf, and abruptly stop developing language skills. This eMedTV article explores behaviors characteristic of children with autism and outlines approaches to treatment.

Autisum

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:16:38 CDT

Autisum
Children with autism usually begin developing symptoms by the age of three. This page on the eMedTV Web site lists characteristic behaviors of this brain disorder and explores its potential causes. Autisum is a common misspelling of autism.

Autizam

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:17:41 CDT

Autizam
Autism is a brain disorder that limits a child's communication skills and ability to interact with others. This eMedTV segment describes symptoms in more detail and explores the causes of this condition. Autizam is a common misspelling of autism.

Autsim

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:24:46 CDT

Autsim
People with autism may have problems communicating and interacting with others. This part of the eMedTV site lists other symptoms of this condition and explains how they can be improved with treatment. Autsim is a common misspelling of autism.

Autyzm

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:33:05 CDT

Autyzm
Autism is a brain disorder that causes impaired thinking, feeling, and social functioning. This eMedTV page further explores the effects of this condition and explains what treatment plans are focused on. Autyzm is a common misspelling of autism.

Causes of Autism

Mon, 26 Jun 2006 19:16:42 CDT

Causes of Autism
There are no known causes of autism, but scientists are studying possible genetic and environmental causes of the disorder. This eMedTV page sheds light on current areas of research focused on possible causes of autism.

Child Autism

Tue, 4 Nov 2008 13:09:43 CST

Child Autism
This portion of the eMedTV archives provides an overview of child autism, including statistics on its frequency. There is no cure for this condition, which is a brain disorder that affects the ability to think, communicate, and interact socially.

Diagnosing Autism

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 13:42:08 CDT

Diagnosing Autism
As explained in this eMedTV article, making an autism diagnosis often involves using a questionnaire to gather information about a child's development and behavior. This resource also explains the behavior doctors look for when making a diagnosis.

Early Signs of Autism

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 17:37:35 CST

Early Signs of Autism
Trouble making friends or initiating conversation and an absence of imaginative play can indicate autism. As this eMedTV article explains, these early signs of autism may be difficult to detect in mildly affected children and therefore go unnoticed.

Early Symptoms of Autism

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:56:56 CDT

Early Symptoms of Autism
Examples of early symptoms of autism include repetitive or unusual use of language and interests that are abnormal in intensity or focus. This eMedTV page describes other early autism symptoms that doctors look for when diagnosing the disorder.

Language Development in Autistic Children

Tue, 27 Jun 2006 12:08:43 CDT

Language Development in Autistic Children
Language development in autistic children differs from that seen in children without autism. This eMedTV site addresses issues of language development in autistic children, such as problems with word and sentence meaning, intonation, and rhythm.

Signs of Autism

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 15:06:49 CDT

Signs of Autism
Impaired social interaction and problems with verbal and nonverbal communication are common signs of autism. This eMedTV article describes these symptoms in detail, pointing out that parents are often the first to recognize these signs in their child.

Symptoms of Autism

Wed, 3 Sep 2008 17:16:47 CDT

Symptoms of Autism
As this eMedTV Web page explains, difficulties with social interaction and abnormal sensitivity to sensory stimulation are possible autism symptoms. This page provides details about other signs and symptoms, such as problems with communication.

Treatment for Autism

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 11:08:58 CST

Treatment for Autism
As this eMedTV segment explains, most experts agree that highly structured, specialized programs are often effective for children with autism. This article outlines various approaches to autism treatment, including applied behavior analysis.

Treatment of Autism

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:01:59 CDT

Treatment of Autism
As this eMedTV resource explains, educational and behavioral interventions that consist of highly structured, intensive training sessions can help children with autism. This page also provides information about medications used in the treatment of autism.

Types of Autism

Wed, 28 Jun 2006 13:20:25 CDT

Types of Autism
Classical autism is just one of the five types of autism spectrum disorder. This section of the eMedTV library identifies the other types of autism spectrum disorder, such as Asperger syndrome and childhood disintegrative disorder.

What Is Autism?

Sat, 1 Nov 2008 21:04:05 CDT

What Is Autism?
What is autism? As this eMedTV article explains, autism is a brain disorder that affects thought, communication, and social interaction. This Web page also includes information on the possible causes, symptoms, and treatment options for autism.

Childhood Disintegrative Disorder

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:23:47 CST

Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
Childhood disintegrative disorder is a rare type of autism spectrum disorder. As this eMedTV page explains, it is characterized by a profound loss of vocabulary, motor skills, and social skills. It usually occurs between the ages of three and four.

Pervasive Developmental Disorder Symptoms

Mon, 6 Nov 2006 17:02:38 CST

Pervasive Developmental Disorder Symptoms
Pervasive developmental disorder symptoms include problems with social skills, language, and development. This eMedTV article discusses these and other symptoms in detail and explains why they vary from one person to the next.

Pervasive Developmental Disorder Treatment

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:32:13 CDT

Pervasive Developmental Disorder Treatment
This eMedTV article discusses options to treat pervasive developmental disorder in detail and explains factors that affect which options a doctor may recommend. Choices range from specialized education to social support to medications.

Pervasive Developmental Disorder

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 16:39:09 CST

Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Pervasive developmental disorder involves delays in the development of social and communication skills. This eMedTV article discusses the various types of PDD and treatment options, and explains the importance of early intervention.

Pervasive Developmental Disorders

Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:28:26 CST

Pervasive Developmental Disorders
Pervasive developmental disorders include autism, Asperger syndrome, and childhood disintegrative disorder. This eMedTV article discusses these disorders in detail, including symptoms and the importance of early intervention.

Rett Syndrome

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:47:51 CDT

Rett Syndrome
A relatively rare condition, Rett syndrome is a type of autism spectrum disorder. This part of the eMedTV Web site takes a closer look at Rett syndrome, including how it develops, who it affects, and what causes it.