The Broader Autism Phenotype and Its Implications on the Etiology and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders
Joint Authors
Bernier, Raphael
Gerdts, Jennifer
Source
Issue
Vol. 2011, Issue 2011 (31 Dec. 2011), pp.1-19, 19 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2011-08-17
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
19
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The presence of autism-related traits has been well documented in undiagnosed family members of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
The most common finding is mild impairments in social and communication skills that are similar to those shown by individuals with autism, but exhibited to a lesser degree.
Termed the broader autism phenotype (BAP), these traits suggest a genetic liability for autism-related traits in families.
Genetic influence in autism is strong, with identical twins showing high concordance for the diagnosis and related traits and approximately 20% of all ASD cases having an identified genetic mechanism.
This paper highlights the studies conducted to date regarding the BAP and considers the implications of these findings for the etiology and treatment of ASD.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Gerdts, Jennifer& Bernier, Raphael. 2011. The Broader Autism Phenotype and Its Implications on the Etiology and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Autism Research and Treatment،Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-19.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480328
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Gerdts, Jennifer& Bernier, Raphael. The Broader Autism Phenotype and Its Implications on the Etiology and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Autism Research and Treatment No. 2011 (2011), pp.1-19.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480328
American Medical Association (AMA)
Gerdts, Jennifer& Bernier, Raphael. The Broader Autism Phenotype and Its Implications on the Etiology and Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Autism Research and Treatment. 2011. Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-19.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-480328
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-480328