Description: This is a child that has autism
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Autism is a brain development disorder that impairs social interaction and communication, and causes restricted and repetitive behavior, all starting before a child is three years old. This set of signs distinguishes autism from milder autism spectrum disorders (ASD) such as Asperger syndrome. (Wikipedia)
Problems:
After the age of two it becomes more clear that the child is different from other children in his/her age group. Autism symptoms includes a preference to play alone, odd communication skill, such as echoing, resistance to change of any kind and unpredictable behavior and hyperactivity.
Genetics:
Autism is very heritable, although the genetics of autism are not easily understood; it is generally unclear which genes are responsible.
Treatment:
There is no one accepted treatment or cure for autism. Food, vitamin supplements, behavior work and medications are used by parents to treat their autistic child.
Prevention:
There is no prevention for autism at this time.
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