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Autism is certainly a sensory condition affecting one or more of the child's senses:
Touch: A child with Autism could be very sensitive to touch and may resist close
contact, hugging etc. even from even his parents.
Sound: Certain sounds could be unbearable to an autistic child. He may even hold
his ears when hearing some voices or sounds. Some children with extreme sound
sensitivity will respond better if the teacher talks to them in a low whisper.
Taste: Certain food textures could be unpalatable to a child with Autism.
Some children will only eat a select few foods.
Sight: One autistic adult stated that he could not stand to look at the color yellow.
Smell: Some children may show a strong preference for certain, often unusual odors.
You should bear this in mind when setting up your child's learning environment and be prepared to make any adjustments.
One book on sensory issues, although focusing on children with Asperger's Syndrome, also has information that would be applicable to children with autism: "Asperger's Syndrome and Sensory Issues: Practical Solutions for Making Sense of the World" by Brenda Smith Myles, et. al.
What else can I help you with?
What can cause Autism ?
Autism can cause sensory issues, social awkwardness, speech delay or lack of speech, issues with eye contact and nystagmis, integration issues, and developmental delay.
Is putting your hands over your ears part of autism?
No, putting your hands over your ears is not part of autism or a feature of autism. Autistic people have sensory problems, meaning that they are more sensitive to sensory stimulation such as sound - an autistic person may put their hands over their ears to try to prevent themselves hearing so that their sensory issues are easier for them to cope with.
What is autism and how is it controvertial?
Autism is a neurological difference, known as Autism Spectrum Disorder it impacts on how a person understands and responds to the world - it can include social and communication problems, sensory issues, meltdowns, and a wide range of other traits. Autism isn't controversial, but there are controversial subjects surrounding autism such as the problem of people wanting to eradicate autism and thus Autistic people.
Can color blindness affect people with autism?
No, of course colour blindness is not a form of autism. Autism is a neurological difference that results in social and communication problems, along with other issues like sensory problems and executive functioning problems. Autism isn't even comparable to colour blindness.
Do people who have anger have autism?
Not all people with anger have autism but autistic people do tend to have anger issues
What traits do most people with autism share?
All Autistic people have social and communication problems, most also have sensory issues. For example we all may have problems making and maintaining friendships.
How Autism affects the body?
Autism is a neurological difference, thus it primarily effects the brain.But autism is a body-wide condition.As it is neurological it effects how we perceive the world around us and how we interact with it. Autistic people often have sensory issues, meaning that we are more sensitive to touch, taste, smell, and sight so certain sensations may be pleasurable and others may be uncomfortable or even painful. Autistic people often have issues with sensory perception so we can be clumsy. As many as 1 in 4 Autistic people, children especially, have bowel problems or digestive problems too.
What is the cause of behaviors in autism people?
Sensory disorders Allergie foods Sensitvity to foods
Why do most children with autism not like chips?
Some children with autism have sensory integration issues resulting in an inability to tolerate not only chips but most crispy, crunchy foods (crackers, popcorn, pretzels etc.) Others dislike foods that are salty. Some people with autism adore crunchy foods. Some people with autism adore salty foods. This can be because of sensory issues, too. Hi, this is a different person , and i have an autistic brother and he LOVES chips!! he will say "i want chips! i want chips!' i think it depends, (please excuse my spelling i am 11 and i want to go eat a dounut) bye.
What part of the body autism affects?
Autism is a neurological variation - an Autistic person has an autistic brain, it's not something that 'affects' the brain more a type of brain. As such it also impacts on the nervous system, which is why Autistic people often experience sensory problems. Many Autistic people also have digestive issues.
What do you mean by autism friendly screening?
Autism friendly screenings are where a cinema shows films in an environment that is not detrimental to an Autistic persons well-being. Autistic people have sensory issues so things such as bright lights or noise can be uncomfortable or painful - cinemas thus reduce volume and lights in the cinema during autism friendly screenings so that they're more accessible for Autistic people.The cinemas will also often skip the previews, allow people to walk around if they need to, and allows people to take in their own food (as Autistic people may have dietary requirements or only be able to eat certain foods due to sensory issues).
Is Sensory Impairments part of Autism?
yes
