Jeannie is the answers.com autism category expert writer. This is a compilation of her articles.
Sometimes a child or adult with autism may appear mute. They may freeze-up and not be able to speak in certain circumstances, struggling with their words, or not being able to form any. When this happens it is known as “selective mutism.” Selective Mutism, although, often seen with autism, and …
Autism is often described as a social and communication disorder. Many adults with autism have first been misdiagnosed, or have co-morbid diagnosis of social anxiety disorder, anxiety disorder, and panic disorders. It is unclear whether these are separate from their autism or are actually a part of the autism itself. …
Does your autistic child get lost easily? A friend or loved one with Asperger’s Syndrome seem scatter-brained and forgetful? Or maybe they are late for appointments, got lost on the way, and then could not remember where they parked their car? They could be suffering from a condition known as …
Early Warning Signs of Autism in Toddlers A child showing early signs of autism may not display big smiles or warm expressions by the time they are six months old, lack back and forth sharing of sounds by nine months, and not reach, point, or show you things. You may …
Autistic students may have difficulty adjusting to college life. College campuses can be large and overwhelming, and the course load heavy. Many individuals with autism or Asperger’s Syndrome have a difficult time completing courses due to executive functioning issues, sensory processing overload, and weak central coherence; however, there may be …
Autism is a neurobiological disorder in which the brain develops different than those of children and adults without autism. Autistic individuals have brains that are wired “differently.” These differences are clearly seen to run in families. A Study of Siblings of Autistic Children According to a study of the siblings …
Many more boys are diagnosed with autism than girls; in fact, four times more boys are diagnosed. While the reason for the disparity between male and female autism rates is relatively unknown, there are several theories. One theory is that the possible mechanism for the transmission of autism is on …
Pica is the craving and consumption of non-food, non-nutritional items, and is often associated with autism. Many autistic children at one point or another develop Pica or pica-like tendencies. A few common items that children with Pica eat include dirt, plaster, chalk, paint, sand. glue, feces, coffee grinds, clay, toothpaste, …
You may remember that last month I had trouble putting down, Sparrow Migrations. (Read my review.) I was thrilled with the story, and am happy to have Cari Noga, author, and autism mom visit with us today. Feel free to ask her questions or leave comments in the …
Despite all the therapy he is receiving in school, speech and ten hours of ABA therapy a week, the Tot seems to be regressing in some areas. My biggest concerns are his emotional regulation; anxiety, clinginess, irritability,increasingly violent and frequent meltdowns; frequent attacks on his brothers (particularly my-ten-year old); and …
