A Collection of Autism Articles

Autism is a complex neurological disorder that affects cognition, gross and fine motor skills, language, and social skills. Here are some articles that touch on some of the many different aspects of autism.

General articles

These articles contain general information about autism:

What is autism?

An Introduction to Autism

A brief history and general information about autism.

Coping with a Diagnosis

What to expect when someone close to you is diagnosed on autism.

An Autism Primer

An intro. guide to autism.

Specialized articles

These articles cover different aspects of autism: biomedical, genetic, behavioral, and psychological aspects. Some are written from the perspective of parents, some from professionals, and some from individuals with autism.

This is by no means a comprehensive list of autism-related topics, but rather it is a small sample of a vast body of knowledge that is available.

Candida-caused autism?

Candida-albicans is a common variety of yeast that is frequently a source of yeast infections. Many individuals with autism suffer from an overgrowth of this yeast in their intestinal tracts. This article explores the connection between autism and candida.

Genetics, Autism, and Priorities

This article covers how genetics, and the research of their role in autism, currently stand. Many genetic links have been found to autism, but the full role various genes play isn't clear yet.

The Autism Explosion

A look at the increase in autism and what might be causing it. A little over twenty years ago the rate of incidence was one in 20,000; today it is one in 150.

Autism and Applied Behavioral Analysis

Applied Behavioral Analysis is a behavioral training method that is based on psychological behavior studies. It has proven to be very effective when practiced one-on-one with children with autism.

Neurodiversity

Some indivduals with autism denounce attempts at curing or recovering individuals from autism. They believe that autism isn't a disability, but it is simply a different way of thinking that should be embracing, not cured. They also believe that most of the lower functioning individuals with autism have more difficulties due to mental retardation, not autism.

Refridgerator mothers, Bruno Bettleheim, and Autism

A look at how parents were once blamed for causing their children's autism. It was thought that cold, unloving, emotionally-unavailable parents (particularly mothers) caused children to withdraw into their own world rather than deal with their unbearable living conditions.

Perception

An article written by Stephen Shore, who has autism, about sensory integration issues affect individuals with autism. I've met Mr. Shore, and he is a great source for what life is like from the perspective of an adult with autism.

Hopefully this collection of articles has given you a better understanding of autism. I've enjoyed reading (and writing some) of them.
Autism is such a complex, multi-faceted disorder; it continues to have its secrets unraveled through research, compassion, and understanding.