Autism is seen in people who have a family member with it, so experts think it is likely to be an inherited disorder. Scientists are trying to determine exactly which genes may be responsible for autism running in families.
Other studies are looking into whether autism can be caused by other medical problems or something in the child’s environment.
False claims have worried some parents about the link between autism and vaccines, but studies have found no link between vaccines and autism. Make sure your child gets all childhood vaccines because they protect your child from serious illnesses that can cause injury or even death.
Benefits of speech therapy for autistic people
When autism is diagnosed, speech therapists know the best ways to improve communication and improve a person’s quality of life. Speech therapy can improve overall communication and help children with autism improve their ability to build relationships and function in everyday life.
Specific goals of speech therapy include helping a person with autism to:
Read the words well
Communicate verbally and non-verbally
Understand verbal and non-verbal communication, understand the intentions of others
Start communicating without prompting others
know the right time and place for communication; For example, to know when to say “good morning”.
Develop conversational skills
Have an exchange of ideas
Know ways to communicate
Enjoy communicating, playing and interacting with peers
have self-learning
