Although most children are naturally social and require contact with others to grow and develop, sometimes a child can not behave in this way i can seem withdrawn, display a peculiar behavior, faced with problems of communication and show a complete lack of social awareness and interest in others. These abnormal behaviors are characteristic of developmental disorders known as autism.
autistic child usually stays on the sidelines and unable to respond to others. Autistic children can not make even make eye contact, and may also engage in odd behaviors like flapping their arms, rocking his head, or show an obsessive need to maintain order. It is not uncommon for children affected by autism do not talk at all. Those who do not speak, can do it in rhyme or repeat what they hear (echolalia) or they can use their own strange language.
The exact cause of autism is still unknown, although research shows the problem with the structure or function of the central nervous system.
Some autistic children are extremely bright and pretty well in school, although they May have problems to adapt to school environment. Other children with autism can not do as well as autism is frequently associated with mental retardation, as well. However, it should be noted that the retardation and autism are very different, because it is not uncommon for an autistic child who is extremely bright.
Teaching autistic children to function in normal society can be frustrating at the time of the child needs your constant attention and the whole process can be very intense. Here are a few ways you can help your autistic child to solve this problem and develop into well-rounded individual:
* It is important to ensure your autistic child does not feel left out and part of the family. At the same time it is important to take care not to give your child the center of attention because it will do more harm than good, because outside the home as at school, they will not be able to be in the spotlight.
* autistic child needs to live in and see a set routine that he / she can count on everyday. In the absence of set routine, an autistic child may respond with bizarre behavior.
* It has been observed that autistic children do not learn from experience. In fact, every event that has seen a brand new look May autistic child, even if the same event occurred today. That is why it is important to use the same group of words every time you reward or reprimand a child because it helps them remember the event better.
* If you make any changes at home or around the autistic child's surroundings, describe what you do to them before acting. This is because autistic children often need more time to adjust to the sudden changes can be confusing.
* Look for the best educational program to suit your needs child. Preschool intervention programs offer special classes for autistic child who is old enough to go to school yet.
In addition to these methods, remember that consistency in everything you say or do is the key to unlock the potential within the autistic child. At the same time, it is equally important to take time for yourself, so you do not feel overwhelmed by the task at hand. So, as long as you are still with me, a little love, a little patience and total commitment is all you need to see your child through all their troubles.
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