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
- L-carnitine
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Another name for carnitine, a compound which helps in the consumption and disposal of fat in the body and which is sometimes taken as a nutritional supplement
- L-Carnosine
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L-carnosine is another term for carnosine, which is a naturally occurring dipeptide i.e. molecule consisting of two amino acids, found in the human body
- L-cysteine
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Another term for cysteine, an amino acid that can be found in many proteins throughout the body.
- L-glutamine
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Essential amino acid, used as a food supplement
- L-Serine
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Nonessential amino acid found in many proteins in the body (e.g., casein, vitellin). It is synthesized from glycine or threonin and is a precursor of the amino acids purine, cysteine, and others.
- Lamictal®
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A brand name for lamotrigine, a type of anti-convulsant which is also used as a mood stabiliser.
- Lamictin®
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A brand name for lamotrigine, a type of anti-convulsant which is also used as a mood stabiliser.
- Lamisil®
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Brand name of Terbinafine hydrochloride, a type of anti-fungal medication used to treat athlete’s foot, fungal nail infections and fungal skin infections.
- Lamogine®
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A brand name for lamotrigine, a type of anti-convulsant which is also used as a mood stabiliser.
- Lamotrigine
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A type of anticonvulsant designed to prevent or reduce the severity of seizures.
- LAMP
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Acronym for Language Acquisition through Motor Planning, a programme of clinical strategies developed for implementing Alternative and Augmentative Communication with individuals who have autism.
- Language Acquisition through Motor Planning
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Programme of clinical strategies developed for implementing Alternative and Augmentative Communication with individuals who have autism.
- Lateral Pressure Equipment
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Devices, such as the Hug Machine, which allows individuals to apply deep pressure to themselves
- LEAP
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Acronym for Learning Experiences, An Alternative Program for Preschoolers and Parents, an intervention in which very young children with autism are taught alongside ordinary children.
- Learning / Intellectual Disability
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Permanent condition, arising during childhood or adolescence, characterised by a state of incomplete development of mind that includes significant impairments of intelligence and social functioning.
- Learning Experiences, An Alternative Program for Preschoolers and Parents
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Intervention in which very young children with autism are taught alongside ordinary children
- LEGO© Therapy
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Form of play therapy in which LEGO© building materials are used to encourage children with autism to play with and communicate with other people.
- Leisure Activities Group-Based Programme
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Leisure activities group-based programmes are structured group programmes based around leisure activities.
- Lekotek
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Programme to lend assistive technology, toys and expertise to disabled children
- Lenalidomide
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Lenalidomide belongs to a new class of drugs called immunomodulatory drugs (IMiD™).
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Last Updated : 24/09/2012
