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Autism Spectrum Disorder can be detected in young children from as early as age 3. Some of the warning signs include:

Difficulty with using and understanding languages

Difficulty with non-verbal communication like facial expression

Repetitive behavior or action like head-banging

Attention towards unusual objects

Inability to adjust with the surroundings

Problem in interacting with people

Lack of ability to participate in conversations

Difficulty in making friends

CAUSES OF AUTISM:

The exact causes of Autism are still yet to be proven, however research has shown these are to be some of the contributing factors:

Hereditary –Researches suggests that autism can be conceded on by the parents to the children.

Neurological factors –Studies also suggests that abnormalities in certain region of the brain can also be trigger for autism.

Complication at birth – improper development of early brain inside the mother’s womb can also trigger autism in the child.

DIAGNOSIS OF AUTISM:

In the presence of the mentioned symptoms, a specialist will carry out a sequence of test to determine the severity of the disorder within the boundaries of the spectrum disorder. This involves neurological, academic and behavioral examinations.

TREATMENT OF AUTISM:

The treatment for autism includes a combinational therapy and typically customized to the child’s needs. Here are some available approaches included:

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

Structured Teaching (e.g. the TEACCH program)

Speech & Language Therapy

Communication Interventions

Social Skills Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Special education (to meet unique educational needs)

Social cue skills therapies (to increase the ability to socialize)

Behavior modification (to develop positive behavior)

Medication

These are few points every parent’s to consider if your child is autistic. If yes, you can make an appointment by choosing a Best Autism Treatment Centre Bangalore with the help of their success rate of therapy, experience, and other patients’ reviews like CAPAAR. Our Dr. P. Sumitha Hemavathy (PT) who has dedicated in aiding the children and adolescents with development challenges like autism, ADHD, etc.,