Training in the Needs of Students with Autism

Etiology and Prevalence

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Etiology:There’s no one reason for autism. Research indicates that autism may come from a variety of genetic, nongenetic, or environmental factors. These variables can increase the chance that a child will develop autism. Both genetics and environment may play a function.Genetics Several distinct genes are implicated in an autism spectrum disorder. For some children, autism...

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