All parents are very worried about their children. At any suspicion, they turn to the doctor. The most difficult to diagnose mental illness. Since, unlike physical defects, they are not always immediately evident. Autism - what kind of illness is it? This is, first of all, an innate disease. At the moment, scientists believe that it is based on genetic disorders. But there are no assumptions yet, because of what it happens. The syndrome of childhood autism manifests itself in the inability to communicate with others, express emotions and understand them. Often, all this manifests itself along with a decrease in intelligence.
What are the symptoms of early childhood autism syndrome? As a rule, everything starts from three years. Boys suffer more often than girls. Often there is a backlog in physical development. Even in the first year of life, you can observe the initial symptoms: the behavior of the child will be radically different from the behavior of peers. He does not face the parents, he shows aggression towards other children, he does not get upset because of the absence of his mother, he can play with one toy for hours. He does not smile or does it very rarely. There are observed delays in general development: it does not say simple words in a year and a half, does not pronounce simple phrases to two years. Children from three years old have the same symptoms. A complete reluctance to talk is added. Typically, the speech of the baby consists of several words. There are certain rituals, a certain sequence of actions. If you do not observe it, the child begins to feel anxious.
Autism - what kind of illness is it, understandable, but how to treat it and is it possible? No, you can not completely get rid of the disease. But it can be adjusted, and the child in the adult age will be relatively independent. First you need to contact the child psychiatrist at the first symptoms . It is possible that this may not be autism, it is likely that there are other behavioral problems. But in any case, the sooner the doctor's consultation is received, the better. He will determine the medication, will appoint rehabilitation courses. Every parent should know everything about autism, what kind of illness, how it develops and how dangerous it is. Since psychological therapy in the case of diagnosis of the disease will require the whole family. It is not out of place that the child will be sent to a special school, where specially trained teachers will deal with him.
Little is known about autism, what kind of illness it is. The key point is that parents should be able to communicate correctly with such a child. Choose one behavior model and always follow it. Any changes can frighten the baby. Be patient, do not wait for instant improvements. Remember that it is senseless to punish a child with autism, he will not understand why he is being scolded. Perform small physical exercises with him. Many children with this ailment like it. During the day it is important to give the autistic time to be alone. At this time, leave it alone, but do not forget to make the territory safe. When teaching an autistic child for some skill, show its application in different situations. For example, the toilet is at home and at school. The most important thing in any upbringing is praise. This is the main stimulus.