Autism, what do we know about it? Basically, children with autism have six or more symptoms from the following areas: 1. Problems with socialization 2. Problems with communication 3. Repetitive & inflexible behaviors Problems with socialization: - Difficulty using non-speech behaviors for social interaction - Failure to develop peer relationships - Lack of spontaneous seeking to share enjoyment, interests, or enjoyments - Lack of social or emotional responding Problems with communication: - Delay in, or lack of, spoken language - Difficulties with starting or continuing a conversation - Inflexible or repetitive use of language - Lack of varied, spontaneous make-believe play or social imitative play Repetitive or inflexible behaviors: - Rigid following of non-functional routines - Obsessions with inflexible and limited interests - Obsessions with parts of objects - Inflexible and repetitive movements Know that autism is not a disease. Dont try to cure them but try to understand them. Note: Never look down on them because they are the most sweet, cute and unique human being ever :D
Posted on: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 18:57:00 +0000
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