If you look around, you’ll notice some
children are different and uncontrollable, that people tend to criticize the
parents for not teaching their children well. Not knowing what these parents
are going through, because their children are on the Spectrum. It is people’s
basic instinct to criticize because they are not aware that Autism Spectrum
Disorder existed in some children. Only parents within the same case understand
each other.
What is Autism?
Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder is a
condition that affects a child’s social interaction, communication and
behavior. ASD symptoms vary from mild to severe, this includes impairment in
verbal and non-verbal communication, difficult to socialize and interact with
others, behavioral problems such as repetitive actions, engrossed with specific
objects or spinning things, etc. Every child, even though with the same
diagnosis has its own unique patterns and abilities because no child under the
spectrum is the same.
What Causes Autism?
There are a lot of theories as to the
causes of Autism, but there is no concrete evidence until now. Though some
agree that is more about genetics, but because of the increasing number of
cases, environmental factors are also considered. Early childhood vaccinations are also pointed
as one of the causes, but studies and researches show no relation at all.
Is there a Cure for Autism?
This is what parents with children under
the spectrum are looking for a cure.
But sad to say there is no cure found for Autism until now. All the parents can
do is to provide the child with early proper intervention to correct behavior,
improve symptoms so that they can live a better life. Early interventions will
also focus and develop a child’s strong points that will help them overcome
autism and improve their lives. 