Lisa Key
PSY 340
Autism - As seen By Team B Autism affects 1 in 88 children in America today. In other countries it may be more, but only those with the ability to research and spread the word are accountable. While research and psychology on the topic have come a long way over the years, there is much more to be done. Researchers are looking outside the box to find factors that may contribute to those being afflicted with Autism. The known factors that have been established are genetics, those with neuro diseases already and environmental. There are other areas that scientists are now looking into, when these factors do not play a part in the individual’s case. Children born with Autism have delayed social …show more content…
Counseling for both the patient and the family is needed to have a mutual understanding of the prognosis and the treatment. Medication is needed in some cases to treat underlying things as well as the Autism. Most of the time it is to help aid in anxiety and social behavior. Education is key to both sides of this disease. Parents need to well informed about their specific case in order to help their child. There are also support groups for families that Autism has affected. To be able to hear how others coped and dealt with this can be a useful tool to have. No matter what path one takes to help a person with Autism, it needs to be individualized to that …show more content…
Not just for the individual, but for all those affected by it. Everyone is different, yet this disease does not just affect those with the predisposition to it. The more research and case studies that are done, the better the outcome will be.
MY THOUGHTS ON THE PRESENTATION Visually, this presentation was appealing and set a tone for what we are about to see. It is done in a calm format, which is fitting to the topic of Autism. The use of letters that stand out, yet are not too bold make you want to continue reading the information. Some of the pictures used give the reader a good visual representation of what is going on. The information overall was good and informative. I would liked to have seen a little more depth into what is being done now in research to help with those affected by Autism. A brief description is given, but no in-depth detail of the facts. Are there any studies being done? What tests are being performed now that were not ten years ago? Have any new drugs come out that have been proven to help? From the outside looking in, I want to know what is being done now should I need the help. I may have also mentioned some organizations that could be contacted, or address other new day researchers that are out