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Glossary Of Terms
This glossary is designed to explain some of the jargon and gobbledygook 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. You can find details of the interventions we have already ranked in the List of interventions
- Glossary Item
- Description
- Salicylate
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Plant hormone found in leafy vegetables and fruit. Some people advocate a low saliylate diet.
- SALT or SLT
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Acronym for speech and language therapy, an intervention in which a therapist works with individuals to help them develop their communication skills using a range of techniques
- Sara’s Diet.
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A lutein-free, soy-protein free and casein/gluten-restricted diet which also restricts or removes some artificial additives.
- SCD
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Acronym for the specific carbohydrate diet, which which excludes complex carbohydrates, such as those found in rice and potatoes.
- SCERTS model
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Intervention which focuses on Social-Communication, Emotional Regulation, and Transactional Support as the principal dimensions for intervention planning
- Schizophrenia
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Mental health problem characterised by intermittent psychosis. Autism was initially thought to be a childhood version of schizophernia, which is why it is sometimes called ‘Infantile Psychosis’.
- Schuessler Salts
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A form of homeopathy in which tiny amounts of minerals, usually in the form of tablets, are taken.
- Scientific Method
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Body of techniques for investigating phenomena and acquiring new knowledge, as well as for correcting and integrating previous knowledge.
- SCIT
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Acronym for the Social Cognition Training Program, a group-based intervention designed to improve social cognition and social functioning among people with disabilities.
- Scotopic Lenses
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A type of coloured filter, used to block the wavelengths of light to which an individual is sensitive. The lenses are worn in spectacles and tinted to suit the needs of the individual.
- Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome
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A type of Visual Stress, a condition in which an individual cannot see clearly so the world seems disjointed, confused and scary. Unlike long or short sight, the problems are not caused by refractive error.
- Scotson Technique
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Intervention based on ‘correcting respiratory mechanics’ i.e. helping the individual breathe more easily
- Screening Tools
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Screening tools are used to help identify children who might have developmental delays, such as autism.
- Secretin
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Gastrointestinal hormone that helps promote digestion of food.
- Sedatives
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Class of drugs used to treat a range of problems including insomnia and anxiety.
- Seizures/Epilepsy
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Epilepsy is a brain disorder involving recurrent seizures. (Seizures are sudden changes in behaviour due to an excessive electrical activity in the brain.).
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Enhancer
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A class of anti-depressant drugs that enhance the reuptake of serotonin instead of inhibiting it, as in many other anti-depressant drugs.
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
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Class of anti-depressant drugs used to treat a variety of conditions including depression and anxiety.
- Self Advocacy
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Taking action to say what you want, secure your rights, represent your interests and obtain services you need.
- Self Management
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Another term for cognitive behavioural therapy, an intervention in which an individual is taught to monitor his or her own behaviour, and to continue to monitor and maintain appropriate behaviour in the absence of a treatment provider.
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Last Updated : 07/10/2009
