Autism is normally detected during the first three years of a child’s life.  A child is presumed to be Autistic if he/she does not show the normal developmental signs of children of his or her age. Normal developmental signs include eye contact, using one, two, three words syllables or even short sentences.

Autism can affect anyone.  But it is mostly detected during the first three years of a child’s developmental life.

Autism has no known cause but has been linked to natural tendencies (genetics) and the environment.

Researchers believe certain genes a child inherit from his/her parents could make them prone to having Autism.

Researchers also believe a child could be prone to Autism if they are born prematurely or exposed to alcohol or certain medications while in the womb.

If you notice your child is not showing the normal developmental signs like his/her mates. It is best advised you speak with your doctor about it. A pediatrician will be able to advise what next action you could take to manage your child’s condition.

You can seek spiritual help for your Autistic child. Make sure you do so with child’s protection consideration in mind. Your child’s health and safety must always come first. Also remember Autistic children can suffer anxiety in certain environment. Have this in mind and make sure your action relates to your child’s needs.

Autism is a life-long developmental disorder. It is not caused by witches or any evil force. Your child is not possessed. With the right support your child can live a normal life.

Autism can be managed with the help of speech and language therapists. There are also nutritional considerations that can reduce Autism related anxiety.

Delayed speech in children or not speaking at all

Repeating words and phrases

using single words instead of a sentence

Speaking ‘at’ people rather than ‘with’ people.

Avoiding to use sentence

children with ASD don’t normally respond when their names are called.

They are not aware of other people’s ‘personal space’ and are intolerant to other people entering their ‘personal space’.

They rarely use facial expression

They avoid eye contact

They do not enjoy interacting with other people. They enjoy being on their own.

They play with toys repetitively

They have repetitive movement such as flapping their hands.

They have a strong like or dislike for certain food depending on the colour or texture of it.

They take every speech literarily and do not understand sarcasm or metaphor in speech.

They do not normally understand social interaction such as when to say hello, good bye, to speak or be quiet.