Glossary of Terms on Autism
This glossary is designed to explain some of the scientific terminology, abbreviations etc. used by some people when they talk about autism or research.
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Disclaimer
The fact that an intervention is listed in this glossary does not necessarily mean that we agree with its use. Nor does it necessarily mean that there is any scientifically valid or reliable evidence behind it.
Over time we hope to evaluate each of the interventions listed in this glossary, providing a ranking which tells you the level of scientific evidence which supports or does not support its use. For more information please see Treatments and Therapies for Autism Currently Under Scientific Evaluation by Research Autism
- Glossary Item
- Description
- C15H12I3NO4
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C15H12I3NO4 is another term for triiodothyronine, a thyroid hormone.
- Calcium
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Calcium is a mineral found in many foods including dairy products, green leafy vegetables, soybean products, baked goods made from fortified flour and some nuts. It is sometimes taken as a supplement.
- Calcium Pangamate
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Another name for Dimethylglycine (DMG), a derivative of the amino acid glycine. It is found naturally in plant and animal cells and in certain foods such as beans, cereal grains, and liver
- Calepsin®
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A brand name for carbamazepine, a type of anti-convulsant designed to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
- CAM
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Acronym for complementary and alternative medicine.
- Camphill Movement
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Camphill communities in England and Wales offer opportunities for people with special needs to live, learn and work with others of all abilities in an atmosphere of mutual care and respect.
- Campral®
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Campral® is a brand name for acamprosate, a drug which is used, along with counselling and social support, to help people who have stopped drinking large amounts of alcohol and to help them avoid drinking alcohol again.
- Canine Therapy
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Another name for assistance dogs and also a type of pet therapy.
- Carbamazepine
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A type of anticonvulsant, a group of drugs designed to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
- Carbatrol®
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A brand name for carbamazepine, a type of anti-convulsant designed to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
- Carbohydrates
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Simple organic compounds essential for many processes in living organisms found in many foodstuffs.
- Care Home
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Care home is another term for residential care, which refers to the care and support provided to individuals in a residential setting rather than in their own home or within the community.
- Carnitine
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Compound which helps in the consumption and disposal of fat in the body and which is sometimes taken as a nutritional supplement.
- Carnosina
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Carnosina is another term for carnosine, which is a naturally occurring dipeptide i.e. molecule consisting of two amino acids, found in the human body
- Carnosine
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Carnosine is a naturally occurring dipeptide i.e. molecule consisting of two amino acids, found in the human body.
- Carriage Driving
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An alternative to horse riding for those individuals who cannot, or prefer not to, ride a horse.
- CARS
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Acronym for Childhood Autism Rating Scale, a measure used to identify children ages 2 years and older with autism.
- Cartooning
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Use of cartoons to enhance social understanding, for example, by drawing thought bubbles to show what someone is thinking
- Case Study
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A study reporting observations on a single individual.
- Casein
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Protein found in dairy products such as milk, butter and yogurt.
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Last Updated : 15/11/2011
