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Is it possible for only one twin to develop autism?
Yes, it is possible. In one study, the chance that an identical twin has autism when the other does is 82%. That means that 18% of the identical twins did not have autism. It is much more likely that an identical twin will have autism if the other does than that a fraternal twin or other sibling will, but it does not happen every time.
Can birth injury casue aspergers?
No. Autism runs in families and is probably genetic.
Why does Jim Palmer wear the Autism Speaks symbol when broadcasting?
He wears the Autism Awareness pin because he has a step-son with Autism. We need a cure for Autism, but we also need compassion and understanding for the children and families who struggle every day.
What movie is Zac Efron in about autism?
Miracle Run
Is autism a congenital issue?
I certainly don't subscribe to there being a congenital cause to autism but it is possible that some people and families may be more susceptible to contracting autism after an environmental insult or an accumulation of many environmental factors.
Does Pernicious anemia run in families?
Pernicious anemia seems to run in families
What is the primary purpose for using visual tools with autism?
Our primary purpose is to provide information and training to families.
Why do kids with autism run up and down?
It may be a habit that they like to do I have autism and I did that as well especilly when I am bored
What are some good charities that work to help fund the needs of families who have children diagnosed with Autism?
Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism is a good place to donate to. They are involved in the support, research, and education of autistic children. Autism Society of America Foundation is another one as well as the National Alliance for Autism Research.
How does autism affect the parents relashionchip?
Autism only affects the person with Autism - injustice can effect the family as a whole if they cannot get easy access to Autism services, but Autism doesn't affect relationships of the Autistic persons parents. This is a classic tactic of Autism Speaks, they tell people that Autism ruins families and relationships in order to frame Autism as something terrible so that people give them more money - please don't listen to anti-Autism rhetoric from Autism Speaks.
In what year did Jim Sinclair form the Autism Network International?
Jim Sinclair founded the Autism Network International in 1992 in attempts to provide peer support, and help with coping with autism and aiding in problem-solving. The organization is actually run by people who suffer from autism.
How is autism inherited?
Autism is believed to have a strong genetic component, with multiple genes thought to contribute to its development. Individuals with a family history of autism are more likely to have a child with autism. However, environmental factors can also play a role in the development of autism.
