People get various diseases, Due to the influence of external factors as well as genetic conditions and certain adverse conditions caused internally in the body including hereditary factors. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that occurs caused by changes in the brain of children. You need to pay more attention to ASD because it is such a complex condition that doctors still don’t know what causes it and have a wide range of symptoms and skills. Also, through awareness about Autism, you can change the lifestyle that can cause it, including exposure to chemicals during pregnancy.
Common symptoms & Behavior patterns of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
ASD is a complex condition that includes communication and behavioral problems with a wide range of symptoms. People with ASD have difficulty thinking and understanding what they feel, as well as expressing themselves through words or gestures. They may develop learning problems unevenly. In particular, they may be unusually gifted in art, music, mathematics, or memory.
Accordingly, several symptoms and behavior patterns can identify autism in young and older children.
Features of autism in young children include:
- No eye contact is maintained
- They don’t smile back when you laugh with them
- Does not like to talk as often as other children
- Repeating the same phrases over and over
- 9 months old but not responding to anything including name
- Doesn’t want to spend time with or cuddle with anyone
- Heightened sensitivity to sounds, touches, smells, or sights in general
Features of autism in older children include:
- Strong interest in certain topics
- Does not show facial expressions like happiness, sadness, anger, surprise
- It is difficult for them to say what they feel
- Reluctance to make friends and prefers to be alone.
- Sometimes may also have seizures.
Did you know that there are major forms of Autism Spectrum Disorder?
There are three main types of autism.
- Autistic Disorder – Recognized as a classic autistic condition, this is usually accompanied by significant language delays, social and communication challenges, and unusual behavior and intellectual disabilities.
- Asperger Syndrome- People with mild symptoms of autism may have social challenges, unusual behaviors, and interests, but no language or intellectual disabilities.
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder- This is called PDD-NOS. It usually has fewer and milder symptoms than those with autism and only causes social and communication challenges.
Let’s prevent Autism Spectrum Disorder.
There are many different treatments available, including different types of therapy to improve speech and behavior, Because ASD is a spectrum disorder that is unique to each child. Those treatments are expected to reduce their symptoms and improve learning and development.
But, prevention is more important than treating it after it occurs. It is widely believed that autism is caused by a genetic influence at birth, although medical tests have not definitively confirmed it. Therefore, the birth of an autistic child can be controlled by adapting to a suitable lifestyle during pregnancy to give birth to a healthy child.
Here are some strategies we can follow for that,
- eat well-balanced meals ( consider Folic Acid, Vitamin D, and Omega-3 Fatty Acids)
- Make sure you have good prenatal careand use all recommended vitamins and supplements.
- Do not take medication during pregnancy without a doctor’s prescription.
- Avoid drinking alcohol.
- Get prompt treatment for existing medical conditions.
- Get vaccinated
- Reducing Exposure to Toxins
- Access to clean water
- Control gestational Diabetes and Weight
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a complex disease with a wide spectrum of symptoms that is difficult to diagnose. Because its symptoms can be recognized very easily, treatment has become easier. But, it is more important to prevent the condition before it occurs.