What is Autism?
Autism is a complicated, lifelong neurodevelopmental disability that affects the way a person communicates and relates to people around him. It is defined by the presence of impairments affecting social interaction, communication, and imagination. All over the world, it affects one in every 500.
Symptoms
Most of the parents' concerns center on delayed speech and language development and this should be taken seriously. Other red flags in 18-to-24-month-olds include poor eye contact, lack of response to name or to social "comments," difficulty understanding words, being "in a world of their own," repetitive behaviors, and unusual use of objects associated with language delay and other social features.
Steps to take
Once diagnosis is confirmed, consider a focused and individualized early intervention program that must be broad enough to address the full range of impairments. Parents need counseling and support. They must be given information about appropriate programs, parent support groups and other community support systems. There is no one best method for teaching children with autism. However, it is the involvement of parents, teachers/therapist and advocates of the child that is critical.
The outcome
The future outcome for a child with autism is closely linked to his or her verbal abilities, intelligence, family support and educational and behavioral programs. Depending on IQ and language abilities, an individual wit autism should be able to live independently or thrive in a supported or interdependent living environment and can be expected to have a typical lifespan. Early identification and good educational programs have significantly improved the future for children with autistic spectrum disorders. Intensive parent participation, however plays a critical factor in the outcome.
Support Groups:
-Autism Society Philippines(ASP) 47 Kamias Road, QC Telefax:(02) 926-6941
Email: info@autismphils.org Web: http://www.autismphils.org
-Behavioral Management for Autistic Foundation, Inc. Unit 105 4/F Makati Cinema Square Condominiums Towers Pasong Tamo St., San Lorenzo Village, Makati City
Telefax: (02) 811-1880
Web: http://www.naturalhealingcenter.com/bmac-aba%20/index.htm
-Center for Autism and Related Disorders A898 Palace Road, BF Homes, Las Pinas City Tel: (02) 820 8719
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