People with PDD tend to have delayed development with regard to socialization and communication skills. This eMedTV article discusses this condition in detail, including the different types, symptoms, and techniques that can improve a person's outcome.
Common PDD symptoms discussed in this eMedTV resource affect a variety of developmental areas, such as language and social skills. Symptoms are expressed in different ways and to differing degrees in individuals.
PDD treatment options, as this eMedTV page explains, are designed to help with symptoms and improve communication and social skills. Specialized education and medications are just two of the options discussed in this article.
Asperger's syndrome is a developmental disorder that is most often characterized by an obsessive interest in a single topic. This portion of the eMedTV archives offers an overview of Asperger's syndrome, with information about symptoms and treatment.
An autistic infant may avoid eye contact, seem deaf, and abruptly stop developing language skills. This eMedTV article explores behaviors characteristic of children with autism and outlines approaches to treatment.
A relatively rare condition, Rett syndrome is a type of autism spectrum disorder. This part of the eMedTV Web site takes a closer look at Rett syndrome, including how it develops, who it affects, and what causes it.
Childhood disintegrative disorder is a rare type of autism spectrum disorder. As this eMedTV page explains, it is characterized by a profound loss of vocabulary, motor skills, and social skills. It usually occurs between the ages of three and four.
