what are some risk factors in autism?
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These include: Genetic disorders such as Fragile X syndrome, Rett syndrome, Down syndrome, or tuberous sclerosis. Developmental disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), tic disorders such as Tourette syndrome, or those with language or movement problems. Epilepsy.
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Modifiable risk factors : menstrual and reproductive factors, radiation exposure, hormone replacement therapy, alcohol and high fat diet. Some environmental factors such as organochlorine chemicals, electromagnetic field and smoking (Clemons and Goss, 2001).
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Risk factors for a high-risk pregnancy can include: Existing health conditions, such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or being HIV-positive. Overweight and obesity. Obesity increases the risk for high blood pressure, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, stillbirth, neural tube defects, and cesarean delivery.
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The reason a person on the autism spectrum might experience pica could be medical, dietary, sensory or behavioural and include: not understanding which items are edible and inedible. seeking out sensory input – the texture or the taste of the item. relieving anxiety or stress.
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['Hyperactivity (very active)', 'Impulsivity (acting without thinking)', 'Short attention span.', 'Aggression.', 'Causing self injury.', 'Meltdowns.', 'Unusual eating and sleeping habits.', 'Unusual mood or emotional reactions.']
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['Exposure to tobacco smoke. The most significant risk factor for COPD is long-term cigarette smoking. ... ', 'People with asthma. ... ', 'Occupational exposure to dusts and chemicals. ... ', 'Exposure to fumes from burning fuel. ... ', 'Genetics.']
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['Obesity.', 'Pregnancy.', 'Immobility (including prolonged inactivity, long trips by plane or car)', 'Smoking.', 'Oral contraceptives.', 'Certain cancers.', 'Trauma.', 'Certain surgeries.']
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['Violent attacks.', 'Standing or sitting for long hours.', 'Exposure to contagious and infectious diseases from people, animals, needles, and other sources.', 'Exposure to various chemical or biological hazards.', 'Pain from physical overexertion, and prolonged or awkward body postures.']
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['Physical strain to your eyes and body.', 'Sleep deprivation.', 'Increased risk of obesity.', 'Susceptibility to chronic health conditions.', 'Loss of cognitive ability.', 'Impaired socialising skills.', 'Weakened emotional judgment.', 'Delayed learning in young children.']
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The signs and symptoms of autism vary widely, as do its effects. Some children with autism have only mild impairments, while others have more obstacles to overcome. However, every child on the autism spectrum has problems, at least to some degree, in the following three areas: Communicating verbally and non-verbally.
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Tics and Autism It is estimated that 20-30% of people with Autism will be affected by vocal or motor tics, Tourette disorder or involuntary movement disorder. These issues can occur in conjunction with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Epilepsy.
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['Your genes and family history.', 'Your life experiences, such as stress or a history of abuse, especially if they happen in childhood.', 'Biological factors such as chemical imbalances in the brain.', 'A traumatic brain injury.', "A mother's exposure to viruses or toxic chemicals while pregnant."]
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Risk factors for schizophrenia include a family history of the disorder, a father who is older in age, autoimmune system abnormalities, and drug abuse during adolescence and early adulthood. Complications during pregnancy or birth are linked to schizophrenia.
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['Genetic problems. ... ', 'Chromosomal problems. ... ', 'Infections. ... ', 'Exposure to medications, chemicals, or other agents during pregnancy.']
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['biological or internal factors, such as age, gender, inherited genetic defects and skin type.', 'environmental exposure, for instance to radon and UV radiation, and fine particulate matter.', 'occupational risk factors, including carcinogens such as many chemicals, radioactive materials and asbestos.', 'lifestyle-related factors.']
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['intellectual disabilities, ranging from mild to severe.', 'attention deficit and hyperactivity, especially in young children.', 'anxiety and unstable mood.', 'autistic behaviors, such as hand-flapping and not making eye contact.', 'sensory integration problems, such as hypersensitivity to loud noises or bright lights.']
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The most common risk factors for developing asthma is having a parent with asthma, having a severe respiratory infection as a child, having an allergic condition, or being exposed to certain chemical irritants or industrial dusts in the workplace.