1. Autism Mitchell Buckley Mr. Holley 3rd Period H.I. 2011

2. What is Autism?

A group of neurobiological disorders that are characterized by deficits in social interaction and communication and by abnormalities in behaviors, interests, and activities (Britannica).

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Delay in language skills, play habits, or ability to interact with others.

Repeated movements such as flapping of the arms, rotating an object, or biting their hands.

Some children will have outbursts of laughter or cry for no apparent reason.

(Teen Health and Wellness).

4. Life-long Impacts of Disability

Greater difficulty with social interaction.

Trouble understanding others thoughts, feelings, and emotions.

(Teen Health and Wellness).

5. Assistance Needed

Structured, predictable schedule.

Special education programs.

(Salem Press).

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Speech, physical, and occupational therapies to help people with autism control their symptoms.

(Salem Press).

http://www.crosscreekcounseling.com/Images/autism08.jpg 7. How Can I Help?

Be understanding of those with autism because they have a hard time with social interactions and schooling. They cannot tell emotions or understand others feelings as well.

http://www.iloveachildwithautism.com/images/IamMoreThanAutism1.jpg 8. The End

Autism is a terrible disorder, but it can be treated with assistance and therapy. While there are some low-functioning people suffering from autism, many are high-functioning and very productive members of society.

9. Bibliography

"autism spectrum disorder (ASD)."Encyclopdia Britannica. Encyclopdia Britannica Online . Encyclopdia Britannica, 2011. Web. 07 Apr. 2011. < http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/1527208/autism-spectrum-disorder >.

Carothers, Krista. "Autism." Teen Health and Wellness. Rosen, 2011. Web. 7 Apr. 2011. < http://www.teenhealthandwellness.com/article/57/autism >.

Wood, Debra. "Autism."Genetics & Inherited Conditions . Ed. Jeffrey A. Knight, 3d ed. 3 vols. Pasadena, CA: Salem Press, 2010.Salem HealthWeb. 07 Apr. 2011.