To test the hypothesis that craving for alcohol in the alcohol-dependent individual is mediated by a limbic circuit involving the caudate nuclei, regional cerebral blood flow was measured with [99mTc]HMPAO SPECT during control and craving conditions in 9 alcohol-dependent subjects. In all subjects, blood flow in the head of the right caudate nucleus increased during the craving condition, and these blood flow increases were strongly correlated with the experimentally induced increases in craving for alcohol. These new findings suggest a functional role for the limbic striatum in the mediation of craving and impaired control over alcohol consumption.
Love. Brain imaging has to be interpreted with some degree of care; the relationship between brain and mind is only beginning to emerge. With that caution, some interesting results. The madly in love infatuation phase doesnt actually seem to involve the emotional brain. Instead, it heavily involves the motivation and reward areas of the brain (dopamine heaven). Its only later, as a relationship matures, that the regions of the brain associated with emotion become more involved. (Personal note: This supports a belief Ive long held, Im sure in common with many readers, that the strongest long-term relationships start off as gradually-deepening friendships.) Said another way, the wild infatuation phase has much more in common with powerful drives like hunger and thirst than with the complexities and satisfactions of love in the long term. An aside to gratify a certain segment of the SBAA membership, the same regions activated when madly in love - the right caudate nucleus and the right ...
By Luke Davies. Follow Luke on Twitter.. A recent article in the New York Times has advocated extending the notion of personhood, and the rights associated with that status, to dogs. Gregory Burns, the author of the article, argued for this position on the basis of the structural and functional similarity between the caudate nucleus of dogs and humans. The caudate nucleus, Burns tells us, is that part of the brain responsible for our feeling of anticipation of things we enjoy. More than this, the activity of the caudate nucleus is so consistent in MRI scans that he claims we may be able to use our monitoring of its activity to predict our tastes for certain things (he lists music, food and beauty). Importantly for Burns, activity in the caudate increased in dogs in response to positive stimulus: a gesture signaling food, or the appearance of the owner. The tentative conclusion to these findings is that the MRI images signal the possibility of canine emotion. Burns makes clear that without the ...
Neuroscience research articles are provided.. What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience can involve research from many branches of science including those involving neurology, brain science, neurobiology, psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, prosthetics, neuroimaging, engineering, medicine, physics, mathematics, pharmacology, electrophysiology, biology, robotics and technology. ...
Contemporary associative theory distinguishes between habitual S-R associations and a combination of S-O, O-R, and R-O associations thought to mediate goal-directed performance (Balleine and Ostlund, 2007). In this study, we used multivariate pattern analysis to assess whether dissociable regions of the human brain encode these distinct associative structures. Unlike previous work in humans, contrasting qualitatively different experimental conditions designed to encourage different action-selection strategies, or comparing largely parameter-driven value signals generated by RL algorithms, our approach sought to identify a neural implementation of the associative content of goal-directed versus habitual behavioral control. We found evidence for stimulus-elicited response representations but no outcome representations, indicative of habits, in the DLS (posterior putamen). Conversely, in the vmPFC, dlPFC, and anterior caudate nucleus, both response and outcome representations were present, ...
By comparison with these reports our results demonstrate a different pattern of hyperechogenic lesions in Huntingtons disease, primarily affecting the caudate nucleus and the substantia nigra. Considering different basal ganglia regions, hyperechogenic lesions of the substantia nigra were detectable in Huntingtons disease half as often as reported previously in Parkinsons disease.9 The rate of hyperechogenic lesions of the caudate nucleus was similar in Huntingtons disease and dystonia. Nevertheless, we found a considerably high signal intensity in most patients showing caudate nucleus hyperechogenic lesions, possibly pointing towards the predominant localisation of neuronal loss, whereas hyperechogenic lesions of the caudate nucleus in dystonia were described as mild. The precise morphological and pathological interpretation of basal ganglia hyperechogenicity demonstrated by TCS is still speculative. The fact that in the present study hyperechogenic lesions of the caudate nucleus were ...
There is still considerable controversy regarding the influence of blood viscosity upon CBF. We have measured CBF with microspheres in 23 cats. Autoregulation was disturbed in the left caudate nucleus by microsurgical occlusion of the left middle cerebral artery. Induced hypertension or hypotension was used and i.v. mannitol (1 g/kg) administered. In all cats blood viscosity decreased an average of 16% at 15 minutes and, in 16 cats, increased 10% at 75 minutes post-mannitol. CBF in the right caudate was 79 +/- 6 ml/100g/min, in the left 38 +/- 6 (p less than 0.001). Only minor changes of CBF occurred in areas with presumed normal autoregulation, including the right caudate, in conjunction with pressure or viscosity changes. In the left caudate CBF decreased 21% with hypotension and 18% with higher viscosity, more than on the right (p less than 0.01 and p less than 0.2, respectively). CBF increased in the left caudate 56% with hypertension and 47% with lower viscosity, again much more than on the ...
Methods 25 NOTCH3 mutation carriers and 18 healthy controls were examined using high-resolution T2*-weighted imaging on a 7 T whole body MRI scanner. Susceptibility-weighted MRI scans were analysed for areas of signal loss and increased phase shift. Phase shift measurements in deep grey nuclei, cortex and subcortical white matter were compared between mutation carriers and controls. For confirmation, ex vivo brain specimens from another three patients with CADASIL were analysed for iron deposition using ex vivo MRI combined with iron histochemistry.. ...
Huntingtons disease (HD) pathology is well understood at a histological level but a comprehensive molecular analysis of the effect of the disease in the human brain has not previously been available. To elucidate the molecular phenotype of HD on a genome-wide scale, we compared mRNA profiles from 44 human HD brains with those from 36 unaffected controls using microarray analysis. Four brain regions were analyzed: caudate nucleus, cerebellum, prefrontal association cortex [Brodmanns area 9 (BA9)] and motor cortex [Brodmanns area 4 (BA4)]. The greatest number and magnitude of differentially expressed mRNAs were detected in the caudate nucleus, followed by motor cortex, then cerebellum. Thus, the molecular phenotype of HD generally parallels established neuropathology. Surprisingly, no mRNA changes were detected in prefrontal association cortex, thereby revealing subtleties of pathology not previously disclosed by histological methods. To establish that the observed changes were not simply the ...
People are not born with this mental illness. Rather, they inherit the genetic predisposition to developing it. People can inherit a tendency for psychosis but not specific forms of schizophrenia.[5] Rather than thinking of the root of psychiatric disabilities as only set genes that cannot be changed, the cause should be viewed as activated genes which lead to certain neural circuits that subsequently produce symptoms. Treatments can be helpful and effective by modifying these neural circuits and strengthening brain functioning.. Baxter et al. (1992) proved that psychotherapy affects brain functioning. Clients with obsessive-compulsive disorder have metabolic disturbances in the caudate nucleus of the basal ganglia of their brains, which is proven through PET scans. However, behavioral treatment of exposure and response-prevention treatment normalize the functioning of peoples caudate nucleus.[6]. While this example is not specific to schizophrenia, it is relevant by proving that treatments ...
The effect of posttraining intracerebral injections of the indirect dopamine (DA) agonist d-amphetamine, the direct D2 agonist LY 171555, and the direct D1 agonist SKF-38393 on the acquisition of two 8-arm radial maze tasks were examined. On a win-stay task, a light cue signaled the location of food …
In the absence of visual input, the question arises as to how complex spatial abilities develop and how the brain adapts to the absence of this modality. As such, the aim of the current study was to investigate the relationship between visual status and an important brain structure with a well established role in spatial cognition and navigation, the caudate nucleus. We conducted a volumetric analysis of the caudate nucleus in congenitally and late blind individuals, as well as in matched sighted control subjects ...
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Laura Igual, Joan Carles Soliva, Antonio Hernandez-Vela, Sergio Escalera, Xavier Jimenez, Oscar Vilarroya and Petia Radeva (2011), A Fully-Automatic Caudate Nucleus Segmentation of Brain MRI: Application in Volumetric Analysis of Pediatric Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, BioMedical Engineering OnLine 2011, 10:105 doi:10.1186/1475-925X-10-105, ISSN: 1475-925X, Published: 5 December 2011 ...
The performances of 12 patients with Parkinsons disease (PD), 16 with Huntingtons disease (HD), and young and old healthy controls were assessed on a number of tests of verbal and nonverbal declarative memory, on a test of nonmotor conditional associative learning (words and colors), and on a number of reaction time (RT) tasks. The RT tasks consisted of cued simple and choice reactions. The relationship between the precue and the imperative stimulus in the S1-S2 paradigm was nonarbitrary in the first series and arbitrary in the second series. The series with arbitrary S1-S2 associations was repeated across two successive blocks of trials. The rationale of the study was to investigate the function of the basal ganglia complex loop, and it was postulated that HD patients would show greater deficits because of greater involvement of the caudate nucleus. The patients with HD had the slowest RTs. Across the two blocks with arbitrary S1-S2 associations, the patients with HD but not PD nevertheless ...
We showed that structural and functional imaging data could be used to predict the individual course of WM development in healthy children and adolescents. The predictive signal correlated most highly with BOLD activity in the thalamus and caudate nucleus, and FA in the surrounding white matter. The neuroimaging prediction suggests that there is unique MRI-derived information about future capacity which, in the present sample, could not be derived from either the VSWM task itself other WM tasks, a reasoning task, or age. In contrast, the WM performance at the time of scanning was correlated to activity in the frontal and parietal cortex, consistent with previous cross-sectional studies of WM development in children (Klingberg et al., 2002; Kwon et al., 2002; Crone et al., 2006; Scherf et al., 2006, Geier et al., 2009).. Although we could show that neuroimaging data provided unique information, it is impossible to exclude that some other cognitive task, not included in this study, would be of ...
Every exposure to caffeine can produce cerebral stimulant effects. This is especially true in the areas that control locomotor activity (eg, caudate nucleus) and structures involved in the sleep-wake ... more
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ASPERGERS SYNDROME LESSON. Directions:. Print the Aspergers Syndrome reading comprehension passage and questions (see below).. Students should read the passage silently, then answer the questions. Teachers may also use the text as part of a classroom lesson plan.. Lesson Excerpt. Aspergers Syndrome is a disorder in which people have extreme difficulty with social interaction. There is much more to it than just being shy around other people. This disorder is severe to the point that it causes major problems socially, at work, and in other areas of life. Many cases of Aspergers Syndrome go undetected. It was not even recognized as a disorder until 1994.. There are many symptoms of Aspergers Syndrome. A person may have difficulty using nonverbal gestures like eye contact, facial expression, and body posture. There may be difficulty in developing relationships with peers. A person may not seek to enjoy things with other people. He/she may be socially or emotionally unresponsive.. People with ...
Every year I read several manuscripts written by mothers about having a child with Aspergers syndrome. The quality of manuscripts varies considerably. As soon as I started to read Living Your Best Life with Aspergers syndrome I knew it was going to be one of my favourite biographies. I was entranced by Karras descriptions of her sons intellectual abilities, his perspective on life and sense of humour. The anecdotes illustrate aspects of Aspergers syndrome perfectly. Professionals will have the Ah ha! moment, as the descriptions of events and conversations are consistent with the theoretical models of Aspergers syndrome. Both parents and professionals need to read this book, and then other children with Aspergers syndrome will indeed live a better life - Professor Tony ...
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advice on what/how to tell your child.. As parents/teachers of children with Aspergers Syndrome we are expected to source all this information on our own. And so begins the Aspergers Syndrome journey - endless hours spent trawling the Internet; reading every book in your local library and filing every piece of information relevant to Aspergers Syndrome in your head for future reference. Only when youve upskilled and become enormously knowledgeable about Aspergers Syndrome can you finally match up the characteristics of AS with how those characteristics present in your child/student. Once the initial shock and disbelief settles, then you begin negotiating with your childs school (or parents of the child) over the best support strategies and accommodations to implement to give the AS child the greatest chance of success. This process usually takes somewhere between 10 and 18 months after diagnosis to complete. Were so busy upskilling ourselves as ourselves as parents/teachers during this ...
We describe an atypical neuropatholgical phenotype of sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (sCJD) in a 64-year-old man presenting with a 5-month history of rapidly progressive dementia, comprising behavioral disturbances, memory complaints, disorientation and language alterations. MRI showed diffuse atrophy and hyperintensities in parietal, occipital, temporal and frontal cortices and left caudate nucleus on T2-weighted and fluid-attenuated inversion recovery images. No typical EEG alterations were observed. Repeated 14-3-3 assay was positive after a first negative test. Neuropathology showed classical CJD changes with small cortical foci of large confluent vacuoles and relatively well-preserved cerebellar cortex. The most striking feature was the presence of abundant Kuru-type plaques in both cerebral cortex and subcortical white matter. Sparse Kuru-type plaques were also seen in cerebellum, although only in white matter. Immunohistochemistry showed, in addition to unicentric plaques, diffuse ...
Tony Attwoods website is a guide for parents, professionals and people with Aspergers Syndrome and their partners.In this site you will find issues related to Aspergers Syndrome, resources, resource papers Tony has authored, related topics and Tonys presentation schedule.
The goal of this study was to determine if regional cerebral blood flow (rCBF)in the left and right hemithalami or the left and right heads of the cau
Tourette Syndrome (TS) is a developmental disorder of childhood characterized by motor and vocal tics. Patients with TS have decreased volume of the striatum (a region of the basal ganglia composed by caudate and putamen), and the decrease in caudate volume in childhood is inversely correlated with the severity of symptoms in adulthood. We have shown a large decrease in density of three classes of striatal interneurons in the striatum of TS: Parvalbumin+-GABAergic; NOS+/NPY+/SST+-GABAergic; and cholinergic (Kalanithi et al, 2005; Kataoka et al, 2010). Transcriptome analysis revealed a corresponding decreased expression of 308 genes encompassing genes related to these three classes of interneuron and inhibitory neurotransmission in general, as well as an up-regulation of 822 genes representing inflammatory response- and immune system-related genes (Lennington et al., 2014). Current studies in the lab aim to analyze genetic and epigenetic differences in the striatum and cortex as a whole and ...
The zone in which the posterior limb of the internal capsule reaches the cortex is an especially interesting point. Since the posterior limb is a perfectly flat sheet in the model in a plane exactly parallel to the median sagittal plane, it reaches the cortex in the upper third of the central convolutions. Thus in a transverse section the posterior limb corresponds to the lateral border of the tail of the caudate nucleus, and the fibres first medullated are projected straight to the cortex in a sagittal plane parallel to the median sagittal plane and exactly midway between the edge of the lateral ventricle and the surface of the island of Reil. In the adult brain the plane of the primitive posterior limb of the internal capsule can be demonstrated by making a sagittal section along the lateral border of the caudate nucleus to the point where it curves around into the roof of the lateral ventricle. In all of the models there is a curious band labeled no. 37 on the cortical radiation at the ...
Conner, T. S., DeYoung, C. G., & Silvia, P. J. (2018). Everyday creative activity as a path to flourishing. The Journal of Positive Psychology, 31, 181-189. [PDF]. Kaufman, S. B., Quilty, L. C., Grazioplene, R. G., Hirsh, J. B., Gray, J. R., Peterson, J. B., & DeYoung, C. G. (2016). Openness to Experience and Intellect differentially predict creative achievement in the arts and sciences. Journal of Personality, 84, 248-258. [PDF]. Grazioplene, R. G., Ryman, S., Gray, J. R., Rustichini, A., Jung, R. E., & DeYoung, C. G. (2015). Subcortical intelligence: Caudate volume predicts IQ in healthy adults. Human Brain Mapping, 36, 1407-1416. [PDF]. DeYoung, C. G. (2015). Openness/Intellect: A dimension of personality reflecting cognitive exploration. In R. J. Larsen & M. L. Cooper (Eds.), The APA Handbook of Personality and Social Psychology, Volume 3: Personality Processes and Individual Differences. [PDF]. DeYoung, C. G., Quilty, L. C., Peterson, J. B., & Gray, J. R. (2014). Openness to Experience, ...
To Be Me: Understanding What Its Like to Have Aspergers Syndromeby Rebecca Etlinger; illustrated by Mark TomassiTen-year-old David is a regular kid except for one thing: He has Aspergers Syndrome.Written from Davids point of view, this charming book uses playful illustrations and kid-friendly text to tell young rea
My 33-year-old son, who had ADHD as a child, is now showing symptoms of Aspergers syndrome. What kind of support is out there for him?
Aspergers syndrome (AS) is one of the pervasive developmental disorders-a group of neurodevelopmental conditions of early onset characterized by impairments in social interaction and communication, and by restricted interest and behaviors. This chapter provides an overview of the historical and research background of AS leading to current debates; the changing nature of this discussion given the transformative changes in autism research in general in the past decade; the unchanging nature of these individuals needs whether or not the term survives new updates in psychiatric classification; and suggestions for a future more likely to clarify old questions while raising new and more scientifically helpful ones. To anchor this discussion in clinical realities, an overview of clinical features, treatment, and support services is also provided.
Crystals have beneficial effects on the aura and energy fields of humans. They can help to energise and rejuvenate cells in the body and provide deep healing to the mind, spirit and soul. This makes crystals excellent for children and adults with autism and aspergers syndrome.
Students with Aspergers syndrome are invited to join this group to meet new friends in a nonjudgmental setting andd share their experiences, successes, and struggles. NOTE: The final meeting for both groups is Friday, April 25.
USA Today has uncovered a 2008 Pentagon report that claims Russian President Vladimir Putin has exhibited symptoms of Aspergers syndrome.
In last nights episode of Parenthood, Adam was approached twice by other parents who heard that Max had been diagnosed with Aspergers syndrome. First Hank,
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It is well-known that social influences affect consumption decisions. We used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to elucidate the neural mechanisms associated with social influence with regard to a common consumer good: music. Our study population was adolescents, age 12-17. Music is a common purchase in this age group, and it is widely believed that adolescent behavior is influenced by perceptions of popularity in their reference group. Using 15-s clips of songs from MySpace.com, we obtained behavioral measures of preferences and neurobiological responses to the songs. The data were gathered with, and without, the overall popularity of the song revealed. Song popularity had a significant effect on the participants likability ratings of the songs. fMRI results showed a strong correlation between the participants rating and activity in the caudate nucleus, a region previously implicated in reward-driven actions. The tendency to change ones evaluation of a song was positively ...
i am a self diagnosed Aspie. I am becoming a psycologist because my interest is schizophrenia, I cant make eye contact, I have terrible social skills and it all makes me feel so outcasted. I am in the...
Your Asperger Child: The Reasons Behind the Behavior You need to understand what your child or teenager is thinking, how he interprets what is going on, and how his deficits cause problems before you can begin any intervention strategy. Do not ru ...
My 6 year old son has exhibited some questionable behaviour. Some info on him: At 6 years old (almost 7) he has had only a handful of dry nights. Most nights he wets the bed at least twice, sometimes u...
British singing sensation Susan Boyle has stepped forward to admit that a Scottish specialist diagnosed her with Aspergers syndrome last yeara realization that has led her to become more at ease with herself and hopeful that others will show h
Robbys feet left the ground. The little guy balanced himself over the front edge of a cavernous toy box and dug through the contents. I remember his blue corduroy overalls as his head went lower and his feet went higher. But I remember what he said even more clearly. Hey! I see something down there. […]. ...
Jeffrey does not have ADHD. Jeffrey has Aspergers Syndrome. Weve suspected it for quite some time, so the diagnosis comes as zero surprise. Any questions? Ill be explaining more later.
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Your child may have just been diagnosed or he is showing symptoms of an autism spectrum disorders and you now wonder, What is Aspergers Syndrome? With a recent - or anticipated - diagnosis you are wondering where to turn. Perhaps you are trying to figure out what this will mean for your child and your familys future. Here you can find an overview on what Aspergers Syndrome is and what to expect in the future.. First of all, Aspergers is an autism spectrum disorder. Autism is a developmental disorder than affects the way a child...or adult...interacts with, perceives and interprets the world. A spectrum means that there are many different forms of autism, ranging from very severe to very mild. Those on the more high functioning side usually get a diagnosis of Aspergers Syndrome.. Many children as well as adults may be misdiagnosed...this is unfortunately all too common. Many are initially diagnosed with ADHD or OCD or some other condition before a proper diagnosis is reached. This is ...
The impassioned speech by 16-year-old Greta Thunberg at the UN summit shook the world. Many people were amazed by this Swedish teenagers dedication for nature. While she has been in the news for a few years now for spreading awareness about climate change, not many know that she suffered from Aspergers syndrome. Thats also a reason why few issues affect her more strongly than other people. Lets know more about this condition. WHAT IS ASPERGERS SYNDROME? In simple words, it is a developmental disorder affecting ability to effectively socialise and communicate. Aspergers syndrome is a condition on the autism spectrum, with generally higher functioning. HISTORY Aspergers syndrome (also known as Aspergers Disorder) was first described in the 1940s by Viennese paediatrician Hans Asperger who observed autism-like behaviours and difficulties with social and communication skills in boys who had normal intelligence and language development. SYMPTOMS There are many signs and symptoms of ...
Most symptoms persist through the teen years. And although teens with Aspergers can begin to learn those social skills they lack, communication often remains difficult. They will probably continue to have difficulty reading others behavior. Your teen with Aspergers syndrome (like other teens) will want friends but may feel shy or intimidated when approaching other teens. He or she may feel different from others. Although most teens place emphasis on being and looking cool, teens with Aspergers may find it frustrating and emotionally draining to try to fit in. They may be immature for their age and be naive and too trusting, which can lead to teasing and bullying.. All of these difficulties can cause teens with Aspergers to become withdrawn and socially isolated and to have depression or anxiety.footnote 1. But some teens with Aspergers syndrome are able to make and keep a few close friends through the school years. Some of the classic Aspergers traits may also work to the benefit of ...
1 mCi quantities of Aminobutyric Acid (GABA), ?-[2,3-3H(N)]- , Specific Activity: 70-100Ci/mMole are available for your research. Application of [3H] GABA can be found in: effects of diazepam in pharmacology biochemistry/behavior, in vivo release in cat caudate nucleus in brain research, electrically evoked release from rat cerebral cortex in pharmacology, uptake by oligodendrocytes in autoradiographic and immunocytochemical studies, etc. ...
250 µCi quantities of Aminobutyric Acid (GABA), ?-[2,3-3H(N)]- , Specific Activity: 70-100Ci/mMole are available for your research. Application of [3H] GABA can be found in: effects of diazepam in pharmacology biochemistry/behavior, in vivo release in cat caudate nucleus in brain research, electrically evoked release from rat cerebral cortex in pharmacology, uptake by oligodendrocytes in autoradiographic and immunocytochemical studies, etc. ...
1) Dear Alice,. Do I really have Aspergers Syndrome? The other day, one of my friends suggested that I was showing some autistic signs, which made me quite worried. I thought something may have been wrong with me. Since then Ive taken several AQ tests on the internet and most of them say I may be an Aspie. Im too frightened to tell my peers because theyll most like treat me differently, and Im to embarrassed to tell my close family. What should I do to be certain whether or not I have Aspergers Syndrome?. (2) Dear Alice,. I just turned 18, and Im a girl. Ive been diagnosed with Aspergers traits by my psychiatrist in the past (I was also diagnosed with ADHD Inattentive Type), but since Ive started working at a school for kids with Spectrum disorders, Ive started to realize how similar some of my behaviors and reactions to them. For instance, I dont recognize facial expressions, unless theyre extreme, I love sensory things - like rolling one of those squishy toys with the rubber ...
A number of genetic polymorphisms are related to individual differences in cognitive performance. Striatal dopamine (DA) functions, associated with cognitive performance, are linked to the TaqIA polymorphism of the DRD2/ANKK1 gene. In humans, presence of an A1 allele of the DRD2/ANKK1-TaqIA polymorphism is related to reduced density of striatal DA D2 receptors. The resource-modulation hypothesis assumes that aging-related losses of neurochemical and structural brain resources modulate the extent to which genetic variations affect cognitive functioning. Here, we tested this hypothesis using functional MRI during long-term memory (LTM) updating in younger and older carriers and noncarriers of the A1-allele of the TaqIa polymorphism. We demonstrate that older A1-carriers have worse memory performance, specifically during LTM updating, compared to noncarriers. Moreover, A1-carriers exhibited less blood oxygen level-dependent (BOLD) activation in left caudate nucleus, a region critical to updating. ...
Aspergers Syndrome | Diagnostic criteria and information about Aspergers Syndrome, a milder autistic spectrum disorder that is known as high functioning autism or little professor syndrome.
What distinguishes Aspergers Disorder from classic autism are its less severe symptoms and the absence of language delays. Children with Aspergers Disorder may be only mildly affected, and they frequently have good language and cognitive skills. To the untrained observer, a child with Aspergers Disorder may just seem like a neurotypical child behaving differently.. Children with autism are frequently viewed as aloof and uninterested in others. This is not the case with Aspergers Disorder. Individuals with Aspergers Disorder usually want to fit in and have interaction with others, but often they dont know how to do it. They may be socially awkward, not understand conventional social rules or show a lack of empathy. They may have limited eye contact, seem unengaged in a conversation and not understand the use of gestures or sarcasm.. Their interests in a particular subject may border on the obsessive. Children with Aspergers Disorder often like to collect categories of things, such as rocks ...
Gene expression data provide invaluable insights into disease mechanisms. In Huntingtons disease (HD), a neurodegenerative disease caused by a tri-nucleotide repeat expansion in the huntingtin gene, extensive transcriptional dysregulation has been reported. Conventional dysregulation analysis has shown that e.g. in the caudate nucleus of the post mortem HD brain the gene expression level of about a third of all genes was altered. Owing to this large number of dysregulated genes, the underlying relevance of expression changes is often lost in huge gene lists that are difficult to comprehend. To alleviate this problem, we employed weighted correlation network analysis to archival gene expression datasets of HD post mortem brain regions. We were able to uncover previously unidentified transcription dysregulation in the HD cerebellum that contained a gene expression signature in common with the caudate nucleus and the BA4 region of the frontal cortex. Furthermore, we found that yet unassociated pathways, e
Aspiritech, a Chicago-based tech startup, is a software testing firm that exclusively hires people with Aspergers syndrome. Why? Because apparently, people suffering from Aspergers make for the perfect software tester. And this isnt even news! Studies have shown people with Aspergers thriving in tech fields...
Trust and reputation are so vital to social interaction-especially when money is involved-that they may have dedicated circuitry in the brain.. The decision to trust ones partner in an investment game correlates with activity in a part of the brain called the caudate nucleus, according to a study by P. Read Montague and colleagues at Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, and the California Institute of Technology, Pasadena. In each of 10 rounds of the game, one partner, the investor, was given $20 and sent some, all, or none to the other player, the trustee. The money appreciated, tripling in value; the trustee then decided how much to return to the investor. The researchers monitored the players brain activity using functional magnetic resonance imaging.. The caudate nucleus of the trustee showed a change in activity when the trustee intended to increase repayment in the next round of play. As the game progressed, this intention to trust signal appeared about 14 seconds sooner-even before ...
Autism is in the news. My Name is Khan was released last weekend. The movie takes on some important topics (Aspergers, religion based profiling). The movie was very average, but any movie with SRK in it is automatically big news. The other big news is that the American Psychiatric Association has recommended that Aspergers Syndrome…
Autism is in the news. My Name is Khan was released last weekend. The movie takes on some important topics (Aspergers, religion based profiling). The movie was very average, but any movie with SRK in it is automatically big news. The other big news is that the American Psychiatric Association has recommended that Aspergers Syndrome…
If you have a child with autism or Aspergers syndrome (AS) you probably have come across acronyms that you dont understand. I have compiled a list of some of the most common acronyms to help you bet
Aspergers syndrome, sometimes called nerd syndrome, is a neurological disorder categorized under the umbrella of Autistic Spectrum Disorders.
accompanying restrictive repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behavior, interest and activities (American Psychiatric Association, 2005). These children demonstrate significant concerns with their ability to interact with peers and engage in age-appropriate play. These children are often high-functioning and are often described as being precocious when they are younger. Many parents and teachers are first able to identify Aspergers Syndrome when the child is in preschool.. Preschool is the time when many children have to attend a structured and lengthy environment in which they are forced to interact with other peers on a regular basis.. ...
Postmortem volumetry of the human striatum and its subdivisions (putamen, n.caudatus, n.accumbens) was performed on serial coronal sections of complete hemispheres. Both hemispheres of 9 male schizophrenic patients younger than 65 years were closely matched in age with the hemispheres of 9 male cont …
The basal ganglia (the odd snail-shaped region in the diagram below, which includes the aforementioned putamen, globus pallidus and caudate nucleus, as well as a few other sub regions we havent yet discussed) is another key brain region which is believed to be involved in ADHD and other related disorders. The basal ganglia region of the brain essentially determine how fast a persons brain idles. This region has often been found to be underactive in ADHD and similar disorders and overactive in obsessive compulsive or anxiety-related disorders. Thus the basal ganglia function can have some far-reaching implications. Not surprisingly, then, is the fact that mis-development in the wiring process of the basal ganglia (such as seen in the formative years), may play a crucial role on the onset of ADHD both directly, and indirectly (via interaction with other key ADHD brain regions ...
Hi, I am your typical, wait, no, I am not your typical suburban housewife and mom of two. I mean, I am a housewife and have two kids, but I am not typical. I have Aspergers Syndrome, and have a son with Aspergers Syndrome. Hence, this website dedicated to helping people with Aspergers Syndrome and the…
Neuropathology was consistent with AD, including neuritic plaques, diffuse amyloid deposits, and cotton wool plaques. The latter were the most abundant amyloid species, with widespread distribution in the neocortex, caudate nucleus, putamen, thalamus, amygdala, hippocampus, parahippocampus, and midbrain. The predominant Aβ species in cotton wool plaques were amino-terminally truncated Aβ42 and Aβ43 peptides, with no detectable Aβ40. A similar Aβ composition was observed in the diffuse amyloid deposits of the cerebellum. In contrast, in the amyloid deposits associated with parenchymal and leptomeningeal vessels, Aβ40 was the predominant species.. Biological Effect ...
This section, 7 mm. above the previous level, illustrates the anterior limb of the internal capsule as it passes forward between the head of the caudate nucleus and the lentiform nucleus ...
The tissue specificity of gene expression has been linked to a number of significant outcomes including level of expression, and differential rates of polymorphism, evolution and disease association. Recent studies have also shown the importance of exploring differential gene connectivity and sequence conservation in the identification of disease-associated genes. However, no study relates gene interactions with tissue specificity and disease association. We adopted an a priori approach making as few assumptions as possible to analyse the interplay among gene-gene interactions with tissue specificity and its subsequent likelihood of association with disease. We mined three large datasets comprising expression data drawn from massively parallel signature sequencing across 32 tissues, describing a set of 55,606 true positive interactions for 7,197 genes, and microarray expression results generated during the profiling of systemic inflammation, from which 126,543 interactions among 7,090 genes were
Aspergers Syndrome is finally moving into the spotlight. Questions that have perplexed Aspergers (AS) and neurotypical (NT) family members alike are now finding answers.
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Dr. Gaskill responded: Aspergers. Yes for sure but seek out a good md and licensed psychologist who can differentiate issues associated with both. |a href=/topics/autism track_data={
Autism and Asperger syndrome affect everyone differently, depending where they are on the spectrum. The signs may often be different, but communication, social interaction, and behaviour can all be affected.
They need to be given proper guidance to develop relationship skills throughout the course of their life. Starting at a young age, the childs parents need to focus on the necessity of developing healthy friendships that will also promote stronger self-esteem. Once they have reached adolescence, theres an ongoing need to teach an accurate portrayal of attraction, dating, and sexuality. It would be a good idea to have a trusted friend or family member meet possible dates. They can give insight and perspective on whether that person will be a good choice before the dating process begins ...
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I dont have any insight to offer, but I wanted to say I identified a lot with your post. I seem to be very similar.. My mother has often accused various things I do of being a bit autistic, such as sticking to rigid routine, being highly averse to change, avoiding eye contact. Im asexual, and last year the only boyfriend I have ever had (Im in my late 30s - the relationship started by way of a misunderstanding: at an event together, he thought I was flirting when in fact I had no such intention and never would have; later he started talking as if he seemed to think that we were going to have a relationship, much to my bafflement and wondering why he was saying these things; eventually he asked me out and I, thinking I would give it a try for once to see if I could manage to be normal, agreed - predictably it didnt end well) also said he thought I was autistic for similar reasons and others.. I resented being so called, until fairly recently when I found this site and others like it, and ...
My son is 21 years old and a junior in college. He lives at home, drives short distances, works long hours on the weekends as a cashier in a nearby
A 22-year-old man was diagnosed as ADHD when he was 3 years old. He was restless, had problems in human relations, and obstructed classes at his elementary school. His mother attended the classes to support him for months. He hardly sit down and stayed at his classroom, and medicines did not help him. He had becoming violent since 11 years old because he could not communicate with others. Thus, his doctor diagnosed him Aspergers Syndrome. After a while, he stopped going to school. ...
Inside and out, Brandons world looks and feels different. Brandon Wise lives every day with Aspergers syndrome - a form of autism.
This international icon casually announced to the world recently that he has Aspergers Syndrome. Find out more about what that means.
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This is a peer support and consultation group for people caring for someone aged 16 or over, who has a diagnosis of Aspergers Syndrome. It is for any carer living in Wandsworth or caring for someone living in Wandsworth. The aim is for parents/carers of people over 16 with Aspergers to ...
Are traditional autism and Aspergers two distinct conditions, as depicted in DSM IV? Or are they points on a curve, and properly combined into the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) of DSM5? I explain and translate recent studies that shed light on the question.
A proposed new definition of autism is sure to spark an outcry among parents, professionals and many currently diagnosed with Aspergers Syndrome and Pervasive
Josh Lansky is a stay-at-home dad. The father of two very demanding children, Josh takes his responsibility as caregiver to his children very seriously. But hes also a fledgling screenwriter who hasnt found much success, and his relationship with his wife, Stacy, has bee trending toward cool these days. Joshs duties are complicated by the fact that his young son, Roland, suffers from Aspergers syndrome, and though hes a winsome and lovable child, his demands and needs are unique. His other child, Maude, is an imperious three year old who seems to know just how to push everyones buttons. As Josh deals with his childrens foibles and crises while Stacy is away on a business trip, he has a lot of time to reflect on his situation as a stay-at-home dad, his relationship with the other moms in his childrens playgroups, and the insatiable gossip that comes with living in a socially progressive small town in New York. When Josh gets a dose of startling news about Stacy, he begins to discover ...
Josh Lansky is a stay-at-home dad. The father of two very demanding children, Josh takes his responsibility as caregiver to his children very seriously. But hes also a fledgling screenwriter who hasnt found much success, and his relationship with his wife, Stacy, has bee trending toward cool these days. Joshs duties are complicated by the fact that his young son, Roland, suffers from Aspergers syndrome, and though hes a winsome and lovable child, his demands and needs are unique. His other child, Maude, is an imperious three year old who seems to know just how to push everyones buttons. As Josh deals with his childrens foibles and crises while Stacy is away on a business trip, he has a lot of time to reflect on his situation as a stay-at-home dad, his relationship with the other moms in his childrens playgroups, and the insatiable gossip that comes with living in a socially progressive small town in New York. When Josh gets a dose of startling news about Stacy, he begins to discover ...
Treatment for Aspergers syndrome strives to improve your childs abilities to interact with other people and thus to function effectively in society and be self - sufficient.
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