This research paper tries to outline autism and the causes of the disease, but has to confine itself to some of the most important approaches.
In order to grasp what autism means, the first chapter presents two relevant definitions of autism - the WHO International Classification of Disease and the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.
Chapter two shows that there is no single cause of autism, but a variety of aspects to consider.
The third chapter focuses on language production in children with autism whereas the fourth chapter presents exceptional skills that were found in "savants", people with incredible abilities in isolated areas.
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- What Is Autism? A Definition of the Term
- Classifications And International Criteria of Autism
- The International Classification of Diseases - ICD
- The Diagnostic And Statistical Manual: DSM IV
- Causes Of Autism
- Inhibited or Retarded Language Production With Autism
- Communication and Development in Autism
- Word Use and Semantic Aspects of Language
- Echolalia
- Pragmatic Aspects of Language
- Verbal and Nonverbal Cognitive Development
- Isolated Areas of Exceptional Performance - Savant Skills in Autism
- Frequency of Savant Syndrome
- Intriguing Abilities in Autistic Savants
- The Polyglot (Language) Savant
- The Asperger Syndrome
Objectives and Key Themes
This research paper aims to explore the communicative cognitive processes in individuals with autism, focusing specifically on language deficits. The paper is motivated by a personal family experience with autism. The authors seek to define autism, examine its causes, and analyze the characteristics of inhibited or retarded language production in autistic individuals. * Defining Autism and Diagnostic Criteria * Causes of Autism * Language Deficits in Autism * Exceptional Abilities in Autism (Savant Syndrome) * Communication and Development in AutismChapter Summaries
Introduction: The introduction uses an anecdote about a young boy, Ricky, who struggles with verbal communication to illustrate the complexities of autism and to set the stage for the paper's focus on communicative cognitive processes in autistic individuals. It highlights the prevalence of language deficits and the numerous questions surrounding autism’s diagnosis, causes, and treatment. The authors emphasize that this paper will focus on the communicative aspect due to its prominence in autism and a personal family connection to the subject.
What Is Autism? A Definition of the Term: This chapter defines autism as a developmental disorder affecting physical, social, and language skills, appearing within the first three years of life and being more prevalent in males. It references the Encyclopaedia Britannica and the University of Iowa Regional Autism Services Program for further information. The University of Iowa's definition categorizes autism across six key areas: communication, social participation, activities and interests, developmental rate and sequences, sensory processing, and cognition. Each area illustrates the broad spectrum of challenges faced by individuals with autism.
Classifications And International Criteria of Autism: This chapter details the classification of autistic disorder within two major diagnostic systems: the World Health Organization's International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) and the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV). Both systems recognize a "triad of impairments" common among autistic individuals: problems with social interaction, communication deficits, and restricted or repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities.
Keywords
Autism, verbal communication, language deficits, communication disorders, developmental disorder, diagnostic criteria, ICD-10, DSM-IV, savant syndrome, social interaction, cognitive development, echolalia, pragmatic language.
Frequently Asked Questions: A Comprehensive Language Preview on Autism
What is the overall focus of this research paper?
This research paper explores the communicative cognitive processes in individuals with autism, concentrating specifically on language deficits. It aims to define autism, examine its causes, and analyze the characteristics of inhibited or retarded language production in autistic individuals.
What are the key themes addressed in the paper?
The key themes include defining autism and its diagnostic criteria, exploring the causes of autism, analyzing language deficits in autistic individuals, examining exceptional abilities in autism (Savant Syndrome), and investigating communication and development in autism.
How does the paper define autism?
The paper defines autism as a developmental disorder impacting physical, social, and language skills, typically appearing within the first three years of life and affecting males more frequently. It references diagnostic criteria from sources such as the Encyclopaedia Britannica and the University of Iowa Regional Autism Services Program, which categorizes autism across six key areas: communication, social participation, activities and interests, developmental rate and sequences, sensory processing, and cognition.
What diagnostic systems are referenced for classifying autism?
The paper details the classification of autistic disorder using the World Health Organization's International Classification of Diseases (ICD-10) and the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-IV). Both systems highlight a "triad of impairments": problems with social interaction, communication deficits, and restricted or repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities.
What specific language deficits are discussed in the paper?
The paper examines inhibited or retarded language production in autistic individuals, including aspects such as communication and development in autism, word use and semantic aspects of language, echolalia, pragmatic aspects of language, and verbal and nonverbal cognitive development.
What is the significance of "Savant Syndrome" in the context of this paper?
The paper explores "Savant Syndrome," focusing on isolated areas of exceptional performance in autistic individuals. It discusses the frequency of this syndrome, intriguing abilities in autistic savants (including polyglot savants), and its connection to Asperger Syndrome.
What is the purpose of the chapter summaries provided?
The chapter summaries offer concise overviews of each section of the research paper, providing a brief description of the content and key findings of each chapter. The introduction uses an anecdote to highlight the complexities of autism. Other summaries delve into definitions, diagnostic criteria, and the various aspects of language deficits and exceptional abilities.
What keywords are associated with this research paper?
The keywords used to describe this research include Autism, verbal communication, language deficits, communication disorders, developmental disorder, diagnostic criteria, ICD-10, DSM-IV, savant syndrome, social interaction, cognitive development, echolalia, and pragmatic language.
What is the motivation behind this research?
The authors' personal family experience with autism serves as the primary motivation for undertaking this research. This personal connection underscores the importance of understanding and addressing the challenges faced by individuals with autism, particularly regarding communication.
- Citar trabajo
- Tobias Reiche (Autor), Terina Noorzai (Autor), 2008, Verbal Communication in Children with Autism, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/141072
