Chapter 8 Assignement – Autism For each of the following brain regions/structures you are to 1) identify the neurotypical function of the region/structure

Chapter 8 Assignement – Autism For each of the following brain regions/structures you are to 1) identify the neurotypical function of the region/structure and 2) briefly summarize the current evidence for abnormalities in the structure or function in individuals with ASD:

a) the prefrontal cortex

b) the corpus callosum

c) the limbic system

d) the cerebellum

Then, for the following neurochemicals (e.g., neurotransmitters) do the same…1) identify the neurotypical function of the neurochemical and 2) briefly summarize any findings related to abnormalities in the brain chemistry in individuals with ASD:

a) Seratonin

b) Glutamate and GABA

c) Dopamine

d) Acetylcholine

e) Oxytocin

f) Vasopressin

g) BDNF and reelin

h) Testosterone

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