Fw: Do You Have Autism Attention Deficit Disorder Confusion?

[Bea]

Hi Corey, Did you receive my reply about Dr. Moulden's research findings at
www.brainguardmd.com ?
just double checking.
bea

----- Original Message -----
From: "Bea" <beac...@shaw.ca>
To: <zeolit...@googlegroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 10:22 AM
Subject: Re: Do You Have Autism Attention Deficit Disorder Confusion?


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> Hi Corey,
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> Dr. Andrew Moulden's (MD, PhD (Neuroscience ) research findings from
> speculation to proof causation at www.brainguardmd.com.
> Now available on the website is his 6 hr. DVD: "TOLERANCE LOST "
>
> bea
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> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Corey Blair" <ajpdxy...@gmail.com>
> To: "ZeoliteSource" <zeolit...@googlegroups.com>
> Sent: Wednesday, June 17, 2009 6:45 AM
> Subject: Do You Have Autism Attention Deficit Disorder Confusion?
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>> Though it is not known why autism, attention deficit disorder, as well
>> as other autism spectrum conditions have become increasingly common,
>> their instances have continued to rise substantially over the past few
>> decades. The controversy surrounding this issue is currently
>> escalating as quickly as the rate of instances. Another challenge is
>> the diagnosis - and misdiagnosis - of these conditions, leading to
>> common autism attention deficit confusion.
>> The term "autism" covers a broad range of conditions and symptoms
>> ranging dramatically in their severity, causing it to frequently be
>> referred to as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD includes autism
>> itself, Asperger's syndrome, as well as other pervasive developmental
>> disorders. It does not, however, include attention deficit disorder
>> (ADD) nor attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
>> Nevertheless, the autism attention deficit confusion remains due to
>> the similarity frequently witnessed in the symptoms of each condition.
>> As there is no single specified group of symptoms that occurs in every
>> instance of either autism or attention deficit disorder it can make
>> them hard to diagnose, especially for the lay person.
>> The key to making sure that the right diagnosis is achieved, and that
>> autism and attention deficit confusion is avoided, is to understand
>> the signs and symptoms of both disorders. Self-education is a parent's
>> best tool for understanding what he or she is and is not facing in
>> their child.
>> Both conditions will present in the same way at the beginning, both
>> socially and biologically. Both conditions include a lacking in the
>> executive functions (planning, decision-making and response control)
>> within the brain's frontal lobes, and have a number of shared
>> symptoms. Even autism and attention deficit disorder research have
>> similarities in the behaviors and behavioral processes that are
>> studied and believed to be linked to impairments in brain functioning.
>> Furthermore, both conditions include a form of deficiency in both fine
>> and gross motor skills.
>> However, despite these commonalities in symptoms, autism and ADD
>> confusion is just that - a confusion between two entirely different
>> disorders. That being said, when ADD and ADHD are diagnosed, doctors
>> will not routinely screen for autism. The onus is placed upon parents,
>> teachers, and other caregivers to observe behaviors that deviate from
>> ADD, and to identify a narrower perspective with regards to the
>> child's behavioral issues.
>> Should misdiagnosis be suspected, it is wise for parents to
>> familiarize themselves with the various behaviors common to both
>> autism and ADD and then to recognize the differences.
>> Behaviors frequently seen in autistic children include:
>> - Difficulty socializing with other children the same or different
>> ages.- Difficulty socializing with adults- Lack of fear of danger-
>> Tantrums - showing large degrees of distress for no clear reason-
>> Inappropriate laughing- Dislike of cuddling - Little to no eye contact
>> made- Notable physical over- or under-activity- Uneven fine and/or
>> gross motor skills- Impulsive working habits with frequent sloppiness
>> and careless mistakes
>> On the other hand, behaviors frequently seen in children with ADD or
>> ADHD include:
>> - Inability to speak or play quietly; disruptive in speech or
>> behaviors- Struggles to wait his or her turn in a game, line, or other
>> similar activity- Takes part in activities with a high risk of danger-
>> A lack of normal consideration for caution or consequences- Extreme
>> temper tantrums- Disruptive, interrupting, speaking and behaving
>> inappropriately- Difficulty being held or soothed when very young-
>> Always active and moving, even while asleep- Doesn't appear to be
>> listening when directly spoken to- Uneven fine and/or gross motor
>> skills- Doesn't pay attention to finder details and makes careless
>> mistakes in tasks
>> With these lists of symptoms, it is clear to see why misdiagnosis and
>> autism attention deficit confusion is so common. Vigilance and
>> education are the keys to overcoming these errors.
>> http://groups.google.com/group/autismnvc/
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