LC Journal of Special Education
Title
Etiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Familial Perceptions versus Empirically Validated Data
Abstract
Presently, there is desynchronization between what parents and family member perceive as causal factors and what research has proven to be possible indicators. This is of great concern because parents choose interventions based on what they perceive to be the cause of ASD (Dardennes et al., 2011). The implication of this is that parents may unintentionally opt for interventions which may be unsuitable for their child. This research paper will seek to highlight and discuss the factors that parents, family and professionals in the field perceive as causes of ASD and the factors that research have identified as triggers (or not) to ASD.
Recommended Citation
Lubin, Jacqueline
(2015)
"Etiology of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): Familial Perceptions versus Empirically Validated Data,"
LC Journal of Special Education: Vol. 11, Article 2.
Available at:
https://digitalshowcase.lynchburg.edu/lc-journal-of-special-education/vol11/iss1/2