Browsing by Subject "Autism Spectrum Disorder"
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A Day in the Life: Live/Work Architecture Utilizing Autism-Based Inclusive Design
(2019-08-09)This thesis explores architectural implications of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and tests design strategies in a live/work complex on the waterfront of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. Manifestations of ASD differ enormously between ... -
Generalization of Learning in Adolescents and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
(2016-08-31)Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental disorder, is defined by impairments in reciprocal social interaction, communication, and by the presence of restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, ... -
Illness Communication and Coping Behaviour in Youth With and Without Autism Spectrum Disorder
(2013-07-26)No previous studies have examined how those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) communicate or cope with symptoms of acute physical illness. Effective management of illness is important as it is related to an individual’s ... -
"MY vs THEIR World": "OUR World" Learning Network for Autism Spectrum Disorder
(2020-08-28)People with Autism Spectrum Disorder are not properly accommodated in the built environment, societal daily life, and medical services. Autism is a behaviourally defined disorder based on impairments in social-emotional ... -
PAVLOVIAN CONDITIONED ODOUR MEMORY IN THE NRXN1+/- MOUSE MODEL OF AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER AND MODULATION ON DOPAMINE CIRCUITRY
(2023-08-28)Individuals with autism are impaired not only in social behaviors, but also in higher-order sensory processes. Neurexin-1, a presynaptic cell adhesion molecule is also commonly affected in autism. Here we asked whether ...