What causes Autism ?

Answer 1

No-one knows the cause of autism, although recent research indicates that it is caused by a number of genes and genetic factors (a previous answer claimed it is a form of brain damage but this cannot be further from the truth). However, some theories about it remain controversial. Most experts today seem to lean towards genetic factors, but there is also a school of thought that firmly believes there are environmental factors that could cause the disease, and a small but passionate group that, despite a total lack of scientific proof and proof against their theories, believe it is caused by vaccines.

While research into what might be at the root of autism spectrum disorders is ongoing, no single cause has been found. Among the factors that have been examined are the age of the parents, whether they used certain drugs, the existence of genetic mutations, and family history of autism spectrum disorders. Researchers are continuing to investigate and doing further studies.

Because signs of autism usually appear around the time a child has his or her first vaccinations, some have argued that vaccines are what cause the disease. Certain celebrities have advanced this very discredited theory, and these celebrities have appeared on TV Talk Shows, giving their arguments credence among some people desperate for a reason why their child has these symptoms. Despite repeated scientific studies that found no evidence that vaccinations cause or contribute to the development of autism, a small group of people continue to insist this is the cause.

The exact cause is unknown. There is recent scientific data that supports a genetic predisposition to the disorder and then some environmental factor triggers the disorder. Unfortunately, it is hard to determine what environmental factor plays a role because it is possible that it differs from person to person.

Answer 2

No-one knows the cause of autism, although recent research indicates that it is caused by a number of genes and genetic factors (a previous answer claimed it is a form of brain damage but this cannot be further from the truth). However, some theories about it remain controversial. Most experts today seem to lean towards genetic factors, but there is also a school of thought that firmly believes there are environmental factors that could cause the disease, and a small but passionate group that, despite a total lack of scientific proof and proof against their theories, believe it is caused by vaccines.

While research into what might be at the root of autism spectrum disorders is ongoing, no single cause has been found. Among the factors that have been examined are the age of the parents, whether they used certain drugs, the existence of genetic mutations, and family history of autism spectrum disorders. Researchers are continuing to investigate and doing further studies.

Because signs of autism usually appear around the time a child has his or her first vaccinations, some have argued that vaccines are what cause the disease. Certain celebrities have advanced this very discredited theory, and these celebrities have appeared on TV Talk Shows, giving their arguments credence among some people desperate for a reason why their child has these symptoms. Despite repeated scientific studies that found no evidence that vaccinations cause or contribute to the development of autism, a small group of people continue to insist this is the cause.

The exact cause is unknown. There is recent scientific data that supports a genetic predisposition to the disorder and then some environmental factor triggers the disorder. Unfortunately, it is hard to determine what environmental factor plays a role because it is possible that it differs from person to person.

Answer 3

Auditory processing disorder – Professionals may refer to the ability to hear well as “auditory processing skills” or “receptive language.” The ability to hear things correctly greatly impacts the ability to read, write and spell. An inability to distinguish subtle differences in sound, or hearing sounds at the wrong speed make it difficult to sound out words and understand the basic concepts of reading and writing. Visual processing disorder – Problems in visual perception include missing subtle differences in shapes, reversing letters or numbers, skipping words, skipping lines, misperceiving depth or distance, or having problems with eye–hand coordination. Professionals may refer to the work of the eyes as “visual processing.” Visual perception can affect gross and fine motor skills, reading comprehension, and math.

Answer 4

Dyslexia – Difficulty with reading. Problems reading, writing, spelling, speaking