Honors Theses
Date of Award
4-17-2019
Document Type
Undergraduate Thesis
Department
Communication Sciences and Disorders
First Advisor
Tossi Ikuta
Relational Format
Dissertation/Thesis
Abstract
This thesis was conducted to further the investigation of the Olfactory system of a typically developing individual compared to an individual with Autism. The Olfactory system is unique in that it is the only sensory system that is not relayed through the thalamus in the brain. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), also known as Autism, is a developmental disorder which impairs a person's social, behavioral, developmental, cognitive and psychological aspects. Autism Spectrum Disorder can present with symptoms such as difficulty communicating, difficulty with social interactions obsessive thoughts and compulsions and repetitive behaviors. Subjects with Autism Spectrum Disorder present with an inability to process olfactory processes accurately compared to the typically developing (control) subjects. The results of this study can be used to further the understanding of the brain of a person with ASD in conjunction with developing treatments to increase the quality of life and neurological development.
Recommended Citation
Lawrence, Madlyn, "Resting State fMRI Study of the Olfactory Region in Autism" (2019). Honors Theses. 1085.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/hon_thesis/1085
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