Thursday, 5 February 2015

Signs and Symptoms Of Autism In Children

The signs and symptoms of autism usually start at very young age, sometimes as early as between the ages of 6 – 18 months. Autism is a brain disorder associated with developmental, children with autism say fewer words make fewer sounds and gestures, as compared to children of same age with normal development. Children with autism show stereotypes or repetitive behaviors. This is one of the most evident signs of autism.

Tuesday, 18 November 2014

Autism Symptoms And Causes

Autism can be defined as a developmental disorder. Generally people with autism experience these autism symptoms communication disorders and short attention span and find it hard to treat others as people. It significantly affects a person’s behavior not only with others but also with self. The people with autism find it hard to relate to the world. In addition, people with this developmental disorder suffer from learning disabilities.  
Signs of autism - Autism CanadaSadly in past few year, autism has increased as much as ten times. But thankfully, researches are continuously being made by researchers and psychologists to learn how an autistic’s mind works and what is wiring in the brain like. Some causes and signs of autism include: love of routine, sensory sensitivity, learning disabilities etc. As already said that world seems unpredictable and confusing place to autistic, as a result they feel comfortable with a fixed daily routine. They may also experience sensory sensitivity in one or more of the five senses which includes: smell, sight and sound. A person’s senses are either hypersensitive or lack sensitivity.
As far as causes of autism are concerned, most researchers believe that there is no particular reason for this developmental disorder to develop. It is more often than not genetically inherited. Also this disorder can be caused due to inappropriate before and after birth conditions. Any type of damage caused to the brain can cause autism.
Due to the complex symptoms of autism, diagnosis can’t be done very easily. Even it is find to spot, during the early stages. But, as it becomes more and more severe, clear behavior differences can be seen. The social interaction of a person becomes immensely affected. Fortunately, now getting knowledge about this disorder and understating more about the signs, symptoms, causes, treatments has become easier, due to number of online portals that provide you information about the same. Articles are published; people share their stories and experiences, also products are sold that help you learn how to empower yourself and advocate for your child.
DVDs for alternative therapies are also available. So, start browsing net today to find such great sources.