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While there are many therapies that individuals and organizations state are effective in treating children with Autism, beware of any therapeutic interventions that cannot offer scientific data to support their claims. While anecdotal evidence, or stories and personal accounts, may initially seem very compelling and impressive, one cannot truly know if a therapy is effective until it has been proven by years of scientific research, which involves highly controlled studies whose results are published in peer-reviewed journals.
Currently, the treatment for children with autism that is best supported by the most scientific research - over fifty years in fact - is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). To learn more about ABA and other therapeutic interventions associated with the treatment of individuals with Autism, check out www.AutismBeacon.comand look under the category "Therapy & Treatment Services & Methodologies."
Brenda Kosky Deskin, Founder, AutismBeacon.com
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Do autistic people have autistic children?
Yes this is possible but this depends on how much autism the father has and so then it may go to the child in the mothers womb and this also depends if the mother has autism . Hope this helped:D
Is there a specific age autism affects?
Autism is a neurological difference that people are born with, it effects autistic people their entire lives. Autistic people may be more severely effected as children but as they grow-up they learn to manage their autism a little better, wheras lack of support means autistic people can be more severely effected as they start to enter old age.
Why were parents so interested in having autism as a separate special education category?
Autistic children tend to have very specific needs that aren't met in a general special education environment. Autistic people also see their characteristics and symptoms change throughout their lives, a child may start their life with very severe problems but when put into a mainstream environment or a special education program with the right sort of support they can improve greatly and even outperform their neurotypical peers academically. When Autistic children are put into special education classes with those who experience issues with learning disabilities often Autistic children will not progress at all, thus fall behind their neurotypical peers.
Do you capitalise the word Autism?
Yes, when referring to autism as an identity you capitalize - for example Autistic person, Autistic child, Autistic community. In general you don't capitalize autism, for example when talking about autism as a condition or autistic resources.
Do autistic children live a long life?
It can if it effects the person enough. Someone with Aspergers should experience a normal lifespan (like anyone with autism) however if they have specific interests this can risk themselves to be in dangerous situations. Autism is not like a deformity which can certainly shortne lifespan but rather it is somethign someone lives with mentally for the rest of thier lives.
What is it called when your afraid or being autistic?
There is no specific term for someone who is afraid of being Autistic.A person is Autistic or they are not, it is pointless being an Autistic person who is scared of being themselves or a neurotypical person who is scared of being something they could never possibly be. Fear of Autism in general is just plain ableism, discrimination against Autistic people.
What is therapeutic body brushing?
Therapeutic body brushing is often used on children (not infants) who overreact to tactile stimulation. A specific non-scratching surgical brush is used to make firm, brisk movements over most of the body, especially the arms, legs, hands, back and soles
What are therapeutic markets?
Therapeutic markets refer to sectors within the healthcare industry that focus on specific treatments or interventions aimed at addressing particular medical conditions or diseases. These markets encompass a range of products and services, including pharmaceuticals, biologics, medical devices, and therapies. They are driven by the demand for effective healthcare solutions and can vary based on factors such as disease prevalence, regulatory environments, and technological advancements. Overall, therapeutic markets play a crucial role in advancing patient care and improving health outcomes.
Do autistic people take special medicine?
No, autistic people do not take special medicine. There is no one treatment for autism, some autistic people may take certain medications for certain aspects of their autism or comorbid conditions such as depression or anxiety, but there is no one specific medication for autis.
What type of interventions may be useful for patients with Megalencephaly?
Interventions such as speech, physical, and occupational therapy may be indicated for individuals with megalencephaly. Early intervention services for young children and special education or other means of educational support for school-aged children
What are the odds of a women who has a child with autism having another one?
Genetic influences on autism are estimated to be around 74%-98%, so chances of an Autistic person having Autistic offspring is highly likely and a person of any neurology with one Autistic child may be more likely to have another Autistic child. There is no way of knowing for sure, we're not at a point where we can identify specific causes let alone how likely Autistic offspring are.
What is it callled when autistic child makes himself throw up?
There is no specific term for when an Autistic child makes himself throw up.This is exactly the same as when an allistic child forced himself to throw up.
