What is autism?
Autism is known as neurological disorder that impacts a child’s ability to communicate and socialize. Autism Spectrum Disorders refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United States today.
The ways in which people with autism learn, think and problem-solve can range from highly skilled to severely challenged. Some people with ASD may require significant support in their daily lives, while others may need less support and, in some cases, live entirely independently. Usually at age 2 to 3 years old the sign of autism will appear. It can be as early as 18 months old. Research shows Early Intervention able to help and will lead to positive outcome.
In Autism Genius, we provide Early Intervention Program, Social Learning Communication Program, Occupational Therapy, Fun Play sessions and some other Enrichment Program to help children with this spectrum.
Common Symptom for ASD
Based on DSM-5-TR, there are two main areas to be diagnosed to identify autism spectrum disorder which are difficulties in social communication and restricted or repetitive behaviours.
Difficulties in Social Communication
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Rarely responds or not speaking at all
Unable to initiate a conversation
No interest in sharing with peers and caregiver
Limited facial expression
Restricted, Repetitive Behaviours
Repeating certain words or phrases
Stereotyped hand movements
Lining up the toy repeatedly with a fixed sequence
Fixated daily routine or schedule
Intense and narrow interest