Autism
346 - Psychology of Exceptional Children
(2-19-15)
Pervasive Developmental Disorders
one of many good references: Bradshaw, J.L. (2001). Developmental Disorders of the Frontostriatal System: Neuropsychological, neuropsychiatric and evolutionary perspectives. East Sussex, UK: Psychology Press Ltd.
DSM-V has removed specific PDD diagnoses and replace them with an "autism spectrum disorder" category
Rett Syndrome
mutation on MECP2 on X chromosome, the protein encoded by MECP2 (MeCP2) is usually abundent in neurons; MECP2 abnormalities have also been found in some cases of autism
Childhood Disintegrative Disorder
PDD Not Otherwise Specified
schizophrenia is not classified as a PDD but does provide a useful contrast
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