Can autism be inherited

Answer 1

The current scientific information says that although they are yet to find the cause of Autism, it may be hereditary. This is due to the increased rate in familys, with someone affected by Autism, having another Autistic family member. It is also incredably common in identical twins for both to have Autism rather then just one. Scientists are currently trying to find what gene, if in fact it is a gene, that is causing Autism.

Answer 2

There is thought to be a strong genetic/heredity fact to autism. Although a specific "autism" gene has not been identified, it is not uncommon to find more than one child in a household to be on the autism spectrum. In fact, many autistic parents tend to have one or more children with autism supporting the idea/research that there is a strong genetic link to the disorder.

Answer 3

Yes! Tourettes is hereditary. It usually passes through males, but it is common for females too. I'm a girl, but I got it from my dad and he got it from his. Now my brother is developing it. I have it the worst. My dad and brother have eye blinking where I'm all the way to head-jerking.

Answer 4

While all direct causes for autism are not completely known, there are some studies that indicate that parent with particular autism or autism-like symptomology can contibute to the likelihood that autism will surface in their children, thus establish a possible link to inheritability of autism or autism spectrum disorders. There are links to reelin gene mutations that also give rise to autism as well.

So, the answer is, yes, it can be inherited.

Answer 5

It is believed that autism can be hereditary - autistic parents are more likely to have autistic parents, it's also believed that neurotypical parents may have mutations in certain genes and when two sets of corresponding mutations come together it can result in an autistic child. We don't fully understand what causes autism so we can't say for certain how it is passed down in families.

Answer 6

Yes.