Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Discovering More About Autism Data

By Tonia Michael


Year after year thousands of children are becoming diagnosed with the challenging disorder called autism. Based on the autism data available the numbers are growing. It is estimated that 1 in every 88 children have the disorder. Whether your child has the condition, or you suspect that they do, educate yourself with this helpful information.

For nearly a decade these autistic disorders have been tracked by national organizations bent on gathering a greater understanding of the problem. Networks monitoring the disorder had previously collected data from several areas around the United States in 2008. The areas observed for this data represent nearly 10 percent of the country's 8-year old kids. This particular age was targeted because most kids this age, with this disorder, have been diagnosed.

No one may be able to fully tell you what it is like to have this disability aside from an individual who already has it. Contrary to what some people believe, people with this disorder are just about the same as everyone else. Aside from a few differences, most will tell you they operate about the same as any person without the disability. Unlike "normal" people, their brains and bodies operate a slightly different.

Things such as a cold or the chicken pox are not the same as autism. Chickenpox is a type of disease, and being autistic is a little different. When it comes to this particular disorder, the effects are not temporary. You will have this disability for the rest of your life. Even if you do have this disease, it is likely you will live just as long as a person without it.

The number of children diagnosed with this developmental challenge has steadily risen over the years. In 2002, a authoritative study concluded that 1 in 155 kids have been or will be diagnosed. In 2006, the previous number rose to 1 in 110. This may seem shocking to some, given the more recent number of 1 in 88. The bottom line is that many parents, and future parents have reason to be concerned.

Because of the rise in children being diagnosed, several theories have been give to explain why. Toxic chemicals in the food and water is one theory some consider. Others think that because doctors have been so focused on the condition, they are finding it more. A wider definition of the disorder is also being accepted as a reason.

There have been a few clues explored to explain the cause of this problem. The problem is that there is not one specific cause for it. For instance, premature babies are more at risk to develop the disease. Parents who give birth at an order age, and those who use drugs during their pregnancy are all more likely to have a child with autism.

Current parents, as well as future parents need to look more into the autism data that is available out there. Taking advantage of the resources available is a great way to stay up to date on important information. It can help you stay informed and help your child.




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