« previous next »

Author Question: Discuss the research related to the role of genes and heredity in the development of ASD. What ... (Read 35 times)

Davideckstein7

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 555
on: Jun 22, 2018
Discuss the research related to the role of genes and heredity in the development of ASD.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which statement is a cognitive characteristic of individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder?
 
  a. I have to be absolutely certain that I turned off the computer..
  b. Thinking about throwing little Timmy under the bus isn't as bad as actually doing it..
  c. If I just find a way to relax, then everything will be okay..
  d. My thoughts are always rational..


at

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 359
Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

 Most heritable of all psychopathologies found in children
 MZ and DZ twins estimate 90 due to genetic factors
 Polygenic model  interaction of several different genes
 Could also be due to rare mutations often found in older parents (particularly older fathers)
 Genetic and environmental factors interact
 No connection between childhood vaccines and immunizations

Answer to Question 2

A


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Patients should never assume they are being given the appropriate drugs. They should make sure they know which drugs are being prescribed, and always double-check that the drugs received match the prescription.

Did you know?

When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.

Did you know?

Thyroid conditions may make getting pregnant impossible.

Did you know?

Of the estimated 2 million heroin users in the United States, 600,000–800,000 are considered hardcore addicts. Heroin addiction is considered to be one of the hardest addictions to recover from.

Did you know?

Bacteria have been found alive in a lake buried one half mile under ice in Antarctica.

The U.S. Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) network. The U.S. Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) network.
Some organisms used as models in genetic research Some organisms used as models in genetic research
Sigmund Freud viewed healthy personality development as resulting from the resolution of ... Sigmund Freud viewed healthy personality development as resulting from the resolution of ...
Procedures for Diagnostic Tests Related to the Digestive System Procedures for Diagnostic Tests Related to the Digestive System
Gap gene expression patterns are activated by coordinate genes Gap gene expression patterns are activated by coordinate genes
Morgan’s test-cross analysis of genetic linkage between autosomal genes Morgan’s test-cross analysis of genetic linkage between autosomal genes
Video: Stroke volume - contractility definition

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library