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Peer reviewedSmalley, Susan L.; Collins, Francis – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1996
Evidence for the genetic basis of autism is offered, as is evidence that environmental determinants also play a role. Research involving the Human Genome Project, using linkage analysis with affected autistic sibling pairs to identify polymorphic marker genes, is described and proposed. (DB)
Descriptors: Autism, Environmental Influences, Etiology, Genetics
Peer reviewedJacobson, Joseph L.; And Others – Developmental Psychology, 1984
Tests 242 newborns exposed prenatally to low levels of polychlorinated biphenyls from maternal consumption of contaminated lake fish. The Brazelton Neonate Scale was used to assess behavioral outcomes. Contaminated fish consumption predicted motoric immaturity, poorer labeling of states, a greater amount of startle, and abnormally weak…
Descriptors: Apathy, Birth Weight, Ecological Factors, Environmental Influences
