Autistic Behavior Child

by benjieordonez Autism can be detected in children by age 3, and sometimes as early as 18 months. Autistic behaviors vary in type and severity in

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by benjieordonez

Autism can be detected in children by age 3, and sometimes as early as 18 months. Autistic behaviors vary in type and severity in each child-psychiatrists will place children diagnosed with autism on the autistic disorder spectrum. The spectrum runs from low-functioning autism, characterized by severe delays in communication development, to higher-functioning autism, like children diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome. These children don't exhibit the same kind delay in communication development; in fact, their communication level may exceed that of their peers. Children diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome are often extremely verbal, but they lack even the most basic of social skills. Every child who displays autistic behavior and is diagnosed with autism will be placed somewhere on the autistic disorder spectrum.

One of the problems with diagnosing autism is that many of the hallmark behaviors are abstract, not concrete. According to the World Health Organization, "children with autism are marked by delays in their social interaction, language as used in social communication, or symbolic or imaginative play." Essentially, parents are asked to evaluate their young child's language and social skills in relation to their child's peers. Usually, parents will begin to suspect that something is amiss before their children enter the traditional school system, and many public school districts now offer Early Intervention classes to help identify the strengths of each autistic child, and parents and educational professionals decide together how to proceed with the autistic child's education.

Because autistic children show little regard for the world around them, it probably won't come as a surprise to learn that the word "autistic" comes from the Greek word autos, or "self." All of the behaviors associated with autism are characterized by a different perception of "self" and the surrounding world. Many autistic children react strongly, even violently, to outside stimuli such as lights, sound, and touch. The degree to which the child is affected (or not affected) varies greatly from one child to another.

Autistic behavior in children is sometimes hard to detect as many autistic children are developing "normally" until they suffer a sudden regression. Some typical autism behaviors are simply a normal delay in a particular area of development, which is why it's vital to be as informed and educated about autism as possible. However, developmental delays added with some other standard autistic child behavior can be an early indicator of autism.

Autistic children struggle with non-verbal communication. Tone of voice, body language, and gestures are often misunderstood or not understood at all. Autistic children often avoid eye contact and playing with other children. Finally, obsessive repetitive behavior patterns and strict adherence to a routine are other indicators of autism in children. These children may have intense, violent reactions when asked to deviate from their routines or try something different.

If you think your child is displaying some autistic behaviors, you are not alone. Recent statistics suggest that 1 in 300 children are born with autism; boys far outnumbering girls. Your family physician or other trusted medical professional can refer you to a reputable child psychiatrist for an initial appointment, observation, or testing. When autism is diagnosed early, extensive therapy and other treatments can greatly improve your autistic child's quality of life.

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Commonly question about Autistic Behavior Child

Question :

Is it normal for a NON autistic child to model the behavior of an autistic child? If so how do I reverse that?

I have a 6 year old niece who is autistic. It seems the younger 4 year old sibling is modeling the autistic behavior. What can I do at this point to reverse that and is this normal?

Answer :
It is human nature to mimic those around you. Think of how you learned how to do things as a child; by watching those around you. I would first educate the little one about autism and why he is doing the hings he is doing. Get the book "My Friend with Autism" it talks about autism in a very kid friendly way. You could also write a social story for her about appropriate behaviors. Visit this link. It will give you more info on writing a social stories
http://www.thegraycenter.org/store/index

I have found social stories to be highly effective with typical developing kids as well as special needs kids (especially if you make them or someone they know a character in the story).

Question :

What bad behavior do autistic children have?

I have to do a debate at school and the topic is - there is never a problem child; there are only problem parents and im the 1st negative speaker so i am saying that there aren t problem parents it just the kids and one of my arguments is about medical conditions and one of the conditions i have to cover is autism.
What are so bad behaviors that autistic kids have? like to make people think there problem children?

Answer :
I have two autistic sons, and they are frequently mistaken for being bad problem children, or I am mistaken as an uniformed, lazy parent who is wishing for unsolicited advice by the public, lol.

Autistic children lack social skills, they may talk too loud, strip their clothes off (sensory issue), roll around on the floor (also sensory), dart away, do a high pitched squealing, bang their heads (sensory issue), have difficulty with any changes in routine, are impulsive

http://www.sensory-processing-disorder.c
here is a sensory processing checklist, most behaviors that autistic children exhibit that are negative are sensory. Most children on the autistic spectrum have sensory issues.

Question :

Can a child grow out of autistic behavior?

My 19 month old is showing signs of autism and i took him to a neurologist yesterday and they confirmed he is showing a lot of signs but also said that at 3 years old he could be a lot different. His signs are 1. not talking. 2. not responding to his name being called 3. arm flapping. if somebody has some encouraging words i could use them at this point. Thanks.

Answer :
My pediatrician has an autistic child. And she is convinced that autism can t really be diagnosed before age 3. As she puts it "I m a goddamn pediatrician! And I had no idea."

Your child doesn t sound all that "abnormal" to me. My 25 month old was a late talker, he frequently ignores us, especially if he s involved in other stuff and he s always been a "flapper" though he did give that up at some point. I m not saying he s _not_ autistic but really, a boy not talking at 19 months is an awfully common thing.