Autism Spectrum Disorder
William Day, Health-2, 10-16-15
Definition
Slogan
U nique
T otally
I nteresting
S ometimes
M ysterious
Causes
Symptoms
1.) Does not babble by 12 months
2.) Does not make gestures by 12 months
3.) Does not say single words by 16 months
4.) Does not say two word phrases on his / her own by 24 months
5.) Has any loss of any language or social skill at any age
Gender / Age Specific
Background
Treatments / Medicines
Although there are no standard medicines in the treatment of autism, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests targeting the main one or two target behaviors. Medicines that are sometimes used to treat behaviors related to autism include selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and antipsychotic medicines. Selective serotonin helps with depression, anxiety, and obsessive behaviors. SSRIs have side effects, such as weight gain, insomnia, and increased agitation. Although these side effects may sound bad, they can't really compare to those of antipsychotic medicines.
Agencies
(No phone # found)
http://www.yai.org/agencies/autism/
YAI Network
460 West 34th St.
NY, NY 10001-2382
212-273-6100
https://www.autismspeaks.org/resource/childrens-developmental-services-agency-3
1065 Vinehaven Dr.
Concord, NC 28025United States
704-786-9181