AutismAw areness

By: Kaitlin Brennan Mrs. Oren Period 1

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Overview
Thesis History Types Signs/Prevention Video Clip

Class Activity
Conclusion

Personal Relevance
Surroundings Want to make a difference Help others

AudienceRelevance
Why listen? May affect you Learn more for the future

Thesis
Autism spectrum disorder starts out at a young age and continues into adulthood with delays in social interaction, communication, and different skills that are developed. Even though there have been new studies and advances there is still no cure and that is why we never stop trying to solve the puzzle.

Definition

Etc.

History
The word autism has been used for over 100 years

Autism comes from Autos; Greek

EugenBleuler, first to discover in 1911 Emotionally disturbed children http://www.autism-pdd.net

History Continued
Leo Kanner, first to introduce autism to the world

1960s; medical researchers had an understanding of autism

1980s and 90s; when learning facilities opened for autism Present; Many studies of autism and what it really is

http://www.autism-pdd.net

What is Autism
A Severe developmental disorder
First signs begin at birth or early childhood Affects a child socially, mentally, and emotionally

All cases range

http://kidshealth.org/ Google Images

Signs of Autism
3 main problem areas
Social, language, and behavior Children diagnosed with autism usually have different symptoms Signs first start at early infancy of the child Unique Behavior http://www.webmd.com

Social Skills
Fails to respond to his or her name Poor eye contact

Tends not to listen at times Restrains themselves from cuddling and holding Is Unaware of others feelings Prefers playing alone
http://www.mayoclinic.com

Language Skills
Begins talking later than other children Loses the ability to say words or sentences Does not make eye contact when asking questions Speaks with an abnormal tone; might use different voices to talk with Unable to hold a conversation May repeat words or phrases, but doesn't understand how to use them
http://www.m ayoclinic.com

Behavior Skills
Has repetitive movement; rocking, spinning or hand-flapping

Specific routines
Becomes upset at the any change in routines Moves constantly Fascinated by parts of an object
Ex. : The spinning wheels of a toy car

http://www.mayoclinic.com

The mystery
Where is the cure? Why is every case different? Will there ever be a cure? Solve the puzzle
http://www.autismbookstore.com

Solve the puzzle

The banner- stands for the complexity and mystery of autism

Puzzle pieces- stand for hope in finding a cure

http://autism.about.com Google Images

Causes
30%-50% cases inherited Brain dysfunctions Genetic disorder, involves several genes Unclear what causes the genes to mutate

http://www.webmd.com Google images

Common?
Past- 5 children in 10,000

Present- 60 children in 10,000, since the 1990s

1 in every 150 More common for boys than girls 4 to 1
http://www.netwellness.org

Who does this affect?

Boys more likely 1.5 million Americans 24,000 infants

http://www.mychildwithoutlimits.org

Genetic?
Usually more than one autistic child in a family
Chromosome 13

Passed on

http://autism.about.com/od/causesofautism

Types of Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder Pervasive development disorder (PDD) Asperger's syndrome Rett syndrome
- Only known to be diagnosed in girls

Childhood disintegrative disorder

http://www.iser.com

Pervasive development disorder (PDD)

Delays in development of basic skills Confused in many areas Age 3 symptoms show Pervasive to be present throughout

Communicating, Routines, Temper, and Behavior problems

http://www.medicinenet.com/perva sive_development_disorders

Aspergers Syndrome
Difficult to interact with others Traits of autism Symptoms improve as the person grows older Rare disorder
http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism

Treatment
Varies on the different needs
3 Categories

behavior and communication therapy

medical and dietary therapy

complementary therapy
http://www.healthscout.com

How is Autism Treated?

One affective treatment

Educational program for all ages

Individual classes Taught how to interact and communicate Parents kept up to date
http://pediatrics.about.com/od/auti sm

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment

Young children Teaching basic skills

One-on-one
Programs held at childs home

http://rsaffran.tripod.com

Medicine Treatment ?
Behavior emotional problems
Aggression Risperidone

https://health.google.com/health

Future Treatments
Researchers, parents, professors Finding a cure Techniques and Treatments

Improving the quality of life

http://ezinearticles.com/?Treatmentin-Autism

Tests and Exams

Screen tests at anearly age Identifying the signs

Behavior
Physical tests
http://www.webmd.com

Help the Cause

Websites
Getting Involved Walk Events Being Informed

http://www.autismspeaks.org/ walk_events

The Way I See It

Every 20 minutes another child is diagnosed with autism. Its much more common than people think, with one out of every 150 children diagnosed. Learn the early warning signs of autism, and if youre concerned about your childs development, talk to your doctor. Early intervention could make a big difference in your childs future.
- Bob Write

Diagnoses
Normal development until age 3 Shows signs, begins medical and physical examinations MRI examination Unusual amount of reflexes; weakness on one side of the body
http://www.medi cinenet.com/auti sm

Autism Awareness Month

Since 1970s Increasing the awareness April your chance to get involved Wear your ribbon
http://www.autism-society.org

Interaction
Slow to act upon

Tends to keep to themselves

Rather play inside then outside Shows little emotion

Affects on the Brain

Why is Autism called Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Common features Mild and Severe symptoms 3 types http://www.nichd.nih.gov/health

Prevention
Avoid taking medications/drugs/ alcohol Chemical exposure during pregnancy After birth; early treatment and diagnosis National Institute of Child Health and Development 20 infants with an older sibling with autism will develop autism
http://www.webmd.com/brain/auti sm

Sensory Issues
Sensitive Left Alone Trouble balancing senses

http://www.mentalhelp.net

Childs Rights

Education for a every grade level The individuals with Disabilities Education Act Free and public education Individual education
http://www.autis mspeaks.org

Autism in an Adults eye

In school until age 22 Finding a job to meet their needs

Programs to help them throughout the other years

Community help http://autism.emedtv.com

They think
Therefore they are more than a diagnosis

Application
Jewelry Letters to parents Talent show Organizing

Video Clip
Talent Show

Class Activity
Hand Out Wright with your less dominate hand Take puzzle piece Please write something meaningful and it will ne handed to one of the students in the class

Conclusion
This project was a great experience for me and now I know what I want to do with my future. I have worked with Miss Egans class since the beginning of the year and I am going to miss them so much when I leave this year. If there is one thing that this project has taught me its that, dont judge someone before you know them they may be smarter than you think.

Works Cited
Blakeley-Smith, Audrey. A Model for Assessing and Treating Problem Behavior Associated With Curricular Difficulties in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders. Environmental Fit: n. pag. EBSCO Eldercare. Web. 23 Nov. 2009. <http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/delivery?vid=13&hid=3&sid=>. Carey, Benedict. Autism Diagnoses Rising, U.S. Reports. . Childhood (Oct. 6): p. 6. ebrary. Web. 21 Nov. 2009. <http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/delivery?vid=14&hid=3&sid>. Coates, Heather. Autism Spectrum Disorders: Wading Through the Controversies on the Web. Autism Spectrum Disorders: Vol. 28 Issue 3, p259-267, 9p. EBSCO Eldercare. Web. 22 Nov. 2009. <http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/delivery?vid=12&hid=3&sid=>.

Gillis, Jennifer, et al. Prevalence and Intervention Effectiveness. . Fear of Routine Physical Exams in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders 24.3: p. 156-168. ebrary. Web. 20 Nov. 2009. <http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/delivery?vid=13&hid=3&sid>.

Works Cited
Hilsheimer, George. How to Live with your Special Child. Washington, D.C.: Acropolis books, 1970. Print. Myles, Brenda, et al. Autism Spectrum Disorders . Westport, Connecticut : Greenwood Publishing Group, Inc. , 2007. Print. Sousa, David A. How the Special Needs Brain Learns. Thousand Oaks, California : Corwin Press Inc. , 2001. Print. Autism Society. What is Autism? Autism Society Improving the Lives of all Affected by Autism. N.p., 5 June 2009. Web. 2 Mar. 2010. <http://www.autismsociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=about_whatis>.

Howlin, Patricia. Teaching Children With Autism to Mind-Read : A Practical Guide for Teachers and Parents . New York, NY: John Wiley & Sons Ltd, Baffins Lame, Chichester, West Sussex , 1999 . Print.
Mayo Clinic. Symptoms . Mayo Clinic . N.p., 8 Apr. 2010. Web. 10 Apr. 2010. <http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/autism/ds00348/dsection=symptoms>.

Works Cited
Rudy, Lisa Jo. What Causes Autism? About.com. N.p., 11 Mar. 2009. Web. 2 Apr. 2010. <http://autism.about.com/od/whatisautism/p/autismcauses.htm>. Siegel, Bryna. The World of the Autistic Child . Oxford New York : Oxford University Press, Inc. , 1996 . Print. USA Today. Autism . Health Encyclopedia- Diseases and Conditions . N.p., 1 Apr. 2009 . Web. 5 Apr. 2010. <http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/317/main.html>. Web MD. History of Autism. Web MD Better Information Better Health . N.p., 2005. Web. 1 Mar. 2010. <http://www.webmd.com/brain/autism/history-of-autism>.