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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
Kavale, Kenneth A.; Karge, Belinda D. – Exceptional Child, 1986
The review examines the literature on the behaviorally teratogenic aspects of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, including: (1) prevalence of alcohol abuse among women, (2) acute and chronic effects of alcohol on the fetus, (3) genetic susceptibility, (4) neuropathology, (5) correlative conditions, and (6) animal studies. (Author/DB)
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Animals, Congenital Impairments, Etiology
Peer reviewedGhaziuddin, Mohammad; And Others – Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 1992
This paper presents two case studies of children who developed herpes virus infection in the intrauterine or early postnatal period and presented with features of autism around two years of age. Other research suggesting a link between herpes and autism is reviewed. (DB)
Descriptors: Autism, Biological Influences, Case Studies, Etiology
Download full textBerendes, Heinz W., Ed.; And Others – 1991
This proceedings document contains papers addressing trends, determinants, and interventions in preventing low birthweight. Papers have the following titles and authors: "Trends in Rates of Low Birthweight in the United States" (Mary McCormick); "Evolution of the Preterm Birth Rate in France" (Gerard Breart); "The Etiology…
Descriptors: Birth Weight, Congenital Impairments, Etiology, Infants
