Autism: Types, Diagnosis, and Activities PDF

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PRAYER Almighty God and Father, Grant Us today and always; the gift of your Holy Spirit that it may enlighten our mind with its manifold gifts of wisdom; Knowledge and Understanding. Grant us the concentration required for our studies. May your presence be felt by all in our midst. We make our Prayers through Christ Our Lord. AMEN  Types of AUSTISM What are the 7 types of autism? Fact or Fiction: Are There Different Types of Autism Autism diagnoses pre-2013. The three most common forms of autism in the pre-2013 classification system were Autistic Disorder—or classic autism; Asperger's Syndrome; and Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS). These three disorders share many of the same symptoms, but they differ in their severity and impact. Autistic disorder. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave. Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, it is described as a “developmental disorder” because symptoms generally appear in the first 2 years of life. Childhood disintegrative disorder. Childhood disintegrative disorder is a part of the larger developmental disorder category of autism spectrum disorder. Motormental disability in children is generally related to significant central nervous system damage or abnormality. It refers both to lack of intellectual development and motor development  Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD-NOS) Parents may notice associated behaviors as early as infancy. These may include delays in using and understanding language, difficulty relating to people, unusual play with toys and other objects, difficulty with changes in routine or surroundings and repetitive body movements or behavior patterns. Asperger syndrome. What are the symptoms of high functioning Asperger's? Asperger's Symptoms Have trouble making eye contact. Feel and act awkward in social settings. Have trouble responding to people in conversation. Miss social cues that other people find obvious. Struggle to read body language. Don't understand what facial expressions mean. Show few emotions. Speak in a flat, robotic tone.  Today's Autism Spectrum Disorder. What is autism spectrum disorder now called? The symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome are now included in a condition called Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). ASD is now the name used for a wide range of autism-like disorders. Some providers may still use the term Asperger's Syndrome, but others will say “ASD – without intellectual or language impairment." or autistic. Level 2: Low-Functioning Autism (LFA) Emotional and Behavioral Issues Individuals with low functioning autism may experience emotional and behavioral difficulties that impact their daily lives. These can include difficulties with emotional regulation, self-control, impulsivity, and coping with changes in routine Level 3: Classic Autism (CA)  What is classic autism? Autistic disorder, sometimes known as "classic autism". This manifests as significant language delays, social and communication challenges, and unusual behaviors. There may be additional learning difficulties and below- average intelligence as well. Asperger syndrome – Symptoms are milder than classic autism. Daily activities for AUTISM : What are everyday tasks for autism? A: Everyday tasks for children with autism can include activities of daily living (ADLs). They include things like dressing, grooming, and eating, as well as engaging in structured play and educational activities.  Sensory Bins. Sensory bins are a win-win for parents and their children. A calming, quiet activity, they provide sensory exploration, develop fine motor Sensory bins can be useful for two reasons. First, they encourage independent play, which can have academic benefits for students. And second, they're a.  Finding toys: – This will help improve your child's sensory skills by touching and feeling various things. Take a large plastic tub and fill with beans  Sensory Bottles. Sensory bo ttles are a great way to provide children with autism with visual and tactile stimulation. Fill alastic bottle with materials.. Sensory Bottle. If sensory bins are too messy for your child, or if you are looking for something to keep them occupied while you are working from home, try.  Creating an obstacle course. This activity is great for developing gross motor skills, balance and coordination. There are lots of household objects that... Boost your child's love for movement by creating obstacle courses that match their abilities and spark their curiosity. Guide them to crawl under ropes, leap.  Finger painting and footprint painting. Things might get messy, but don't let that put you off as this a great way for kids to express themselves. Just set... Finger painting: – It is a bit messy but helps your child to cover sensory issues. Place paint of various colours on paper. Then ask your child to mix those...  dance. If your child is getting restless inside the house, why not turn on some fun music and dance your hearts out together? Dancing helps children become... There are numerous YouTube channels with music to dance along to for younger kids. Older children will probably prefer pop music, or they may have their own...  Make your own musical instruments. Put rice inside a plastic bottle to make a shaker; use wooden spoons and buckets for a homemade drum set; put holes in a... Fun Math: Simple addition and subtraction problems using toys, food, etc. – Here are some ideas; Music Time: Listening to music, playing instruments, following...  ways to build your child's independence What is the best lifestyle Strengthen for autism? communication.... Living a healthier life with Introduce a visual autism involves a holistic schedule.... approach that Work on self-care skills.... includes proper nutrition, Teach your child to ask for a regular physical activity, break.... and mental well-being. Work on household Establishing a balanced chores.... diet with sensory-friendly Practice money skills.... foods can improve overall Teach community safety health. skills.... Build leisure skills.  What is the best lifestyle What are PE activities for for autism? autism? Activities that can develop the proprioceptive and vestibular Living a healthier life with system include: Rocking in a autism involves a holistic chair Gross motor approach that movements – star jumps / knee includes proper nutrition, lifts etc Jumping onto a crash regular physical activity, mat Deep pressure and mental well-being. massage (where appropriate to Establishing a balanced the pupil). diet with sensory-friendly PROPRIOCEPTIVE- relating to foods can improve overall health. stimuli that are produced and perceived within an organism, especially those connected with the postion and  How to teach an autistic How to teach an autism child child? at home? 4 Teaching Strategies for A: To teach an autistic child Students with Autism at home, focus on their Spectrum Disorder interests and strengths 1.Strategy #1: Limiting while addressing their Sensory Overload. challenges. Use visual aids, 2.Strategy #2: Using Rewards hands-on activities, and and Incentives (Applied clear, concise instructions Behavior Analysis) to facilitate learning, and 3.Strategy #3: Providing be patient and flexible in Appropriate Feedback for Students with ASD. your approach to accommodate their 4.Strategy #4: Focusing on individual needs and Autism Reading Comprehension Strategies. preferences.  Can autistic children go to a How do autistic people learn traditional school? best? A: Yes, autistic children can A: Autistic individuals often learn attend traditional schools, but best through personalized they may require additional instruction that accommodates support and accommodations to their individual learning styles, meet their individual needs. It’s preferences, and strengths. important for schools to provide a Utilizing visual supports, hands- supportive environment, on activities, and structured specialized instruction, and routines can enhance their resources tailored to the child’s understanding and engagement unique challenges and strengths with the material, leading to more to facilitate their academic and effective learning. social success  What are the best autism Here are some fun and teaching methods? exciting activities to try at A: Methods of teaching autistic home to improve your children often involve using child's core stability visual supports, structured Roll Up. Your child lies on their routines, and hands-on learning back and lifts their legs to activities to enhance their chest and holds on to comprehension and their knees with their arms.... engagement. Tailoring Superman.... instruction to individual learning Ball Against the Wall.... styles and incorporating sensory-friendly strategies can Bridging. Crab Walk.... also help create a supportive Plank.... and inclusive learning Gym Ball Exercises.... environment for autistic Wheelbarrow students.  7 fun exercises for kids Which fruits are good for with autism autism? Dance. Dance is a great way Reducing inflammation is to facilitate movement, get essential in a diet for autism the heart pumping, build since excess inflammation muscle strength, and boost may exacerbate existing skills in coordination and deficiencies in balance.... communication, social Swimming or water play.... interaction, and Martial arts.... restrictive/repetitive behaviors. Below are some Ball throwing.... of the most vitamin C-heavy Jumping.... foods for an autism Crawling.... diet: Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes) Walking or running.  Is Autism Hereditary? Yes, a majority of autism cases are s autism hereditary or genetic? hereditary. Does Autism Run in Autism is highly heritable: It is Families? Yes, a majority of estimated at least 50% of genetic autism cases are linked to risk is predicted by common genetic variation and another 15- inherited genetic mutations that 20% is due to spontaneous run in families Where does the mutations or predictable inheritance patterns. The autism gene come from? remaining genetic risk is yet to be Research suggests that both determined. How does having an autistic child parents contribute to the affect the parents? genetic risk of autism in their This may cause a lot of stress on offspring. While the specific the parents. Focusing on the genes involved in autism are autistic child may create still being studied, it is believed challenges for other relationships. The parent or caregiver may at that a combination of genetic times need to forget their variants from both parents can ambitions and career goals to ensure their child gets the increase the risk of their child necessary care. developing the condition  Are siblings likely to have Who carries the autism autism? gene? Although the exact cause of Siblings of autistic children autism is still unknown, have a 20% chance of there is evidence to suggest being autistic that genetics play a themselves — about seven significant role. Since times higher than the rate autism is less prevalent in in infants with no autistic females, autism was always siblings. That's the key thought to be passed down from the mother. finding of a new paper by However, research suggests UC Davis MIND Institute that autism genes are researcher Sally Ozonoff usually inherited from the and the Baby Siblings father. Research Consortium.  What is an example of an i ntellectual disability? 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