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When discussing children with autism, stimming, also known as self-stimulating behavior, is used to describe behaviors such as hand flapping, knuckle biting, twirling, foot tapping, head banging, and other behaviors, some of which might be labeled as fidgeting. It is not referring to masturbation.
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What is self-stimulation for autistic?
Within autism self-stimulation or "stimming" is repetitive stimulation of the senses as a means of calming the autistic person.People with autism are more sensitive to sensory stimulation, for example in a room of people an autistic person wouldn't be able to differentiate between different conversations and so will be faced with a wall of noise, which can be difficult to cope with. Stimming provides one strong repetitive sensory input that the autistic person can focus on, thus allowing them to block out other sensory input.Examples of stimming include;RockingTappingRubbing handsHummingHitting
Is self stimulation learned?
Yes, but often by accident at a very early age so that it may seem to have been instinctive.
How do you minimise self talk in autistic children?
Why would you want to minimize self talk in Autistic children?As long as they aren't hurting anyone there's no reason to force a child to go against their nature. In Autistic children self-talk can be a form of stimming so prevent meltdowns, it can also improve social skills for them to be talking to someone...even if it is only themselves.
How do teenage mothers manage autistic tantrums?
What you refer to as "autistic tantrums" are likely to be meltdowns - a tantrum is a child seeking attention or acting out to get what they want, where as a meltdown is an uncontrollable emotional outburst as a result of over stimulation or stress. A meltdown should never be mistaken for a tantrum, this is because a tantrum is bad behaviour where as a meltdown is a symptom of a child's disability.Meltdowns occur in autistic people when they are over-stimulated or under stress, the situation becomes too difficult for the autistic person to cope with so the mind either shuts-down all input/output or there is a outward surge to shut-out inward stimulation. During a meltdown an autistic person may cry, shout, or become violent, followed by a period of 'shut-down' when they are unable to communicate or interact with others. A meltdown is not pleasant for the person to experience, it can be very uncomfortable and following a meltdown the person may be even more sensitive to sensory stimulation and less capable of functioning normally.It is best to prevent meltdowns - learn the child's needs and watch for signs that the child is struggling to cope, when this is seen the child should be removed from the situation if possible. Allow a child some 'time out' from the situation, giving them a distraction such as a tablet to play a game on or an activity to focus on, or allow the child to 'stimm' (self-stimulation, such as rocking or clapping).If a child has a meltdown then never scold them, it's beyond their control and punishing them or shaming them for this will only cause them more harm and increase problems later in the day or even for days following the meltdown. Try to move the child away from the situation, for example if the meltdown is because the child is in a loud busy place try to take them into a quiet room.During a meltdown it's important to avoid over-stimulation, this means avoiding talking to the child - tell them that it is okay, but refrain from trying to ask them why they are upset as they may not be able to communicate this during a meltdown. Also avoid fussing or trying to hug them too much, let them self-stimulate and calm down - leave them to sit somewhere to calm down or give them something to focus on.
Is hand clenching a sign of autism?
Hand clenching alone is not a sign of Autism, it certainly wouldn't be included in a diagnosis. An Autistic person may clench their hands as a means of stimming - self-stimulation to calm themselves.
Why are some kids that are autistic like spinning objects?
Not all autistic children spin, some display other 'stimming' behavior. Stimming is a means of self-stimulation, often used by autistic people to regulate sensory input as a means of keeping themselves calm or expressing emotions. Autistic people have sensory problems, it's not that their senses are stronger but that what they feel neurologically from their senses is stronger to the point where it can cause discomfort. Stimming is a way of controlling sensory input, rather than a bunch of sensory stimulation from the environment around them autistic people will stim in order to give themselves one very clear form of stimulation that they control. Spinning is just one example of this, another example is rocking. For example I'm autistic and when I'm upset I tap my fingers: the feeling of the finger tapping and the sound of the tapping is a strong constant rhythm of touch and sound so it's easy to focus on that rather than the mass of irregular sounds or sensations around me.
Does ABA always help autistic people?
No, in fact ABA is considered to be abusive towards Autistic people.At it's best it is a form of training used to attempt to force an Autistic person to act like they are neurotypical - at it's core it assumes neurotypical is normal and that Autistic people are inferior, as such it is ableist and can teach low self-esteem in Autistic people, it also puts the burden on Autistic people to add to their strain by attempting to pass as neurotypical (rather than encouraging Autistic people to be themselves and encourage wider society to accept Autistic people). At it's worst ABA is abusive, involving abuse via punishment and denying Autistic people the things they need to maintain mental and neurological help e.g. preventing stimming or down time to cope with over stimulation, or punishing an Autistic person for suffering a meltdown which is beyond their control.
Why does your child with autism or Asperger's Syndrome stim?
Stimming is repetitive self-stimulation - sometimes to show happiness but usually to calm. Autistic people have sensory issues, when overwhelmed by sensory stimulation or stressed stimming creates a strong predictable sensory stimulation to drown out other sensory stimulation. It's a means of self-regulating to reduce discomfort from sensory stimulation.
Should your child know he has autism?
Yes, you should tell your child that he is Autistic - he is Autistic, he does not have autism.Autism is not a bad thing, understanding who you are and that you're not the only one is beneficial as it can improve self-esteem and give a child who may otherwise feel like an outcast a community. If you're considering therapy to support your child then it also helps he understands why he's doing this, no one is trying to change him but trying to help him live in a neurotypical world.
Looking to help a autism child whom contiues to rhythmic rocking?
Respect the stim! The rhythmic rocking is known as stimming, it is what autistic people do to calm themselves and so it is an important coping strategy of someone with autism. This is done because autistic people can get overwhelmed by all the sensory input and other things such as the strain of attempting to act like neurotypical people, stimming allows a controllable strong sensory input that the autistic person can focus on to drown out other sensory stimulation. As long as the child isn't harming themselves or others just let them continue to stim whenever they need to, this is normal and healthy. Learn to recognise whether the stim is just about self-regulation or a sign that the child is stressed, if they are stressed then avoid interacting with the child as that adds additional stress and look at what could be causing stress - e.g. if they're in a loud place sensory input may be too much for them, try to make the area quieter or move the child somewhere quiet so they can calm down.
What is education for self reliance And what are the components of education for self reliance?
Self reliance is not learned in a classroom. It is learned by doing things for yourself and not expect others to do it for you.
What did Louis Armstrong do as a child that made is life so miserable?
He was put in a childcare center , there he learned to play instrument, after all he was a self taught trumpeter.
