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Understanding Autism in Children Sreedevi S Kamath Cerro Coso Community College   Abstract This paper explains what Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is and how it manifests in children. It explores the different symptoms of autism, treatments and intervention options. The paper examines eight published works that research autism and possible intervention services applicable to help children cope with the disorder. It explores the work of Harrop, Mcconachie, Emsley, Leadbitter and Green (2013) to understand

a question weather Ashley has Progeria. In October 1992, the diagnoses of Progeria were made. By November Ashley is seen by a Progeria Specialist from England who agreed with the earlier diagnosis. However, the doctor had no suggestions for Ashley’s mother. Her mother explains her experience during the diagnosis: “The world came crashing down when I first saw a picture of a 13-year-old with this disease. I didn't know what to say, do or think. I did know that I loved my daughter very much and that

report these incidents because the laws in her native country are “corrupt.” Furthermore, she shared that “rape” was very common in her native country. After moving to the U.S. at age twelve, Neveah was “raped” on two occasions by a family member. She did report this and legal actions were taken. Neveah’s mental health history began shortly after

and 4 years at home. The patient worked in the bank and was the primary breadwinner of the family as her husband was disabled after a motor vehicle accident and could not work. Laboratory tests revealed a white blood cell count of 76.2 × 103/mm3 (very high), hemoglobin 3.6 g/dl (very low) and platelets 6 × 103/µl (very low). A bone marrow biopsy confirmed the diagnosis of leukemia. The patient was accepting of all treatment options except for blood

sterilizations of individuals with Down syndrome and comparable degrees of disability. The ultimate expression of this type of public policy was ‘’action 7-4’’ in Nazi Germany , a program of systematic murder court challenges , scientific advances and public revulsion led to discontinuation or repeal of such sterilization programs during decades after World War Until the middle of 20th century, the causes of Down syndrome remained unknown. However, the presence in all races, the association

Envision living in a foreign country and not knowing the language and the customs. Imagine having songs linger inside of your head and never going away. Pretend the slightest sounds being extremely overwhelming. These are just some examples of the difficulties that individuals with autism may encounter on a daily basis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2014), 1 in 68 children are identified with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. With the prevalence of these disorders being

varying degrees, by difficulties of social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors (Autism Speaks, 2016, p. 1). The commonality of Autism has increased in the last forty years due to increased awareness, improved diagnosis, and just a better general understanding of the disorder. Autism was first identified in 1887, when Dr. John Langdon Down, the doctor

provide data which demonstrate that the grater the frequency of violence, the greater the chance that the victim will grow up to be a violent partner or parent” (Gelles 1980). Child abuse and neglect is related to social status prior, during, and after the circumstance. Several sociological issues related to various aspects of domestic violence involve: low socioeconomic status, social and structural stresses, and social isolations and low community embeddedness (Gelles 1985). Parents who associate

and coping with, a child who has recently been diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). Type 1 Diabetes effects millions of people around the world (Michel & Montada-Atin, 2014). Most often, a person is diagnosed before their 30th birthday, with diagnosis commonly being between 11 and 13 years of age (Michel & Montada-Atin, 2014). Diabetes is a disease of the pancreas. More specifically, the breakdown of β cells in the pancreas causes the production of insulin to cease (Michel & Montada-Atin, 2014)

To understand whether the actions carried out was rational or whether it did more harm or good, it is necessary to review the development of RDS in a preterm baby. Neonatal RDS is a condition of increasing respiratory distress commencing at or shortly after birth (BAPM-2006). It’s the single most important cause of morbidity and mortality in preterm infants (Greenough, et al 2004). Typically