Autism spectrum disorder and Autism are both brain disorders. These two disorders are generalized by verbal and nonverbal communication and social interaction and the hallmark of repetitive behaviors. Autism starts to show in early brain development. The signs of autism are there but are more pronounced between the ages of two and three at this age child struggle with simple activities such as playing
There are three types of Autism Spectrum Disorders. The disorder everyone refers to when they hear the word autism is called Autistic Disorder or classis autism. There are noticeable language delays with bizarre behaviors and interests. Cognitive impairment is prevalent in many with autistic disorder. Another disorder is Asperger syndrome. This is also autism but at a milder form. The symptoms are less pronounced. Language is not usually the problem. With Asperger you’re faced with challenges socially and out of the norm behaviors and interests. Pervasive Developmental Disorder also called atypical autism. This type of autism has less symptoms that
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old and last a person’s life, some of the characteristics of autism improve over time. The following is al list of characteristics of autism:
• Does not respond to name by twelve months
• Don’t show interest in objects by fourteen months
• Don’t pretend ply by eighteen months
• A loner, avoids eye contact
• Trouble understanding feelings of self and others
• Unable to accept change
• Rhythmic motion of body, by rocking and spinning
• Strange reactions to taste, smell, feel and look
• Obsessive interests
• Unable to communicate, but has he desire to do so
• Repetitive with words and or phrases
• Regression of skills, such as using words
There are many ways to communicate with the autistic child. It can be frustrating for the parent and child when it comes to something so simple as communicating. Reverse Autism suggests these five basic steps
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