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Peer reviewedFisher, Eileen; Van Dyke, Don C.; Sears, Lonnie; Matzen, Jane; Lin-Dyken, Deborah; McBrien, Dianne M. – Infants and Young Children, 1999
Reviews recent research on the etiologies of autism, including genetic research, anatomic and neuroimaging studies, topics in neurophysiology research (including serotonin, dopamine, and opiods), immunologic research, studies of autism phenotype, and electroencephalographic studies. It concludes that, as of yet, research has found no clear…
Descriptors: Adults, Autism, Biological Influences, Children
Peer reviewedGriffin, Harold C.; Fitch, Christine L.; Griffin, Linda W. – Infants and Young Children, 2002
Possible prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal causes of cerebral palsy are explored and a causal pathway theory is presented that provide a methodology to study the impact of the various causal factors. The role of an interdisciplinary team in assessment and program development is discussed and prevention strategies are presented. (Contains…
Descriptors: Biological Influences, Cerebral Palsy, Infants, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedFarel, Paul B.; Hooper, Celia R. – Infants and Young Children, 1995
This review notes that more behavioral recovery is often seen following damage to the nervous system than should be possible from the limited capability of the nervous system for regeneration and reorganization. The review offers a framework for reconciling the effectiveness of early childhood intervention strategies and the conclusions of…
Descriptors: Behavior Development, Behavior Patterns, Biological Influences, Early Intervention
Peer reviewedLin-Dyken, Deborah C.; Dyken, Mark Eric – Infants and Young Children, 2002
Sleep problems may occur in up to 88% of children with visual impairments who have developmental disabilities. The use of oral melatonin has recently been used for the management of sleep difficulties in children with and without disabilities. Sustained-release melatonin may reduce nighttime awakenings and increase total sleep time. (Contains…
Descriptors: Biological Influences, Developmental Disabilities, Drug Therapy, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedBlackman, James A. – Infants and Young Children, 2002
The recognition of the importance of brain development in the early years of life has led to expanded early intervention programs for very young children with or at risk for developmental disabilities. A biological basis for early intervention is explored, and brain plasticity is discussed. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Biological Influences, Cognitive Development, Developmental Disabilities, Developmental Stages
Peer reviewedGunnar, Megan R.; Barr, Ronald G. – Infants and Young Children, 1998
Reviews research on the effect of stress hormones, particularly glucocorticoids, on the brain and early development. It describes the psychological and social processes that reduce stress hormone responses to threatening and painful procedures. Research on the cognitive and emotional effects of synthetic glucocorticoids is also discussed.…
Descriptors: Biological Influences, Brain, Cognitive Development, Disabilities
