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What would a foster parent need to know about a child with Autism? How might a diagnosis of Autism affect the success of a child in foster care? Refer to three readings/articles beyond your textbook.


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Cytoplasmic Division

The process, also known as cytokinesis, during which the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides to form two daughter cells.

Nuclear Division

The process by which a nucleus divides, resulting in the segregation of the genome to two daughter nuclei. This occurs via mitosis or meiosis.

Proto-oncogenes

Normal genes that can become oncogenes if mutated or expressed at high levels, potentially leading to cancer.

Tumor Suppressor Genes

Genes that help regulate cell growth and division, and can prevent the development of tumors by repairing DNA, promoting cell death, or ensuring cells do not proliferate uncontrollably.

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