As implied by its full name, autism is a spectrum condition. All autistic people experience a set of common difficulties, but ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) affects them in various ways. Some people with ASD also find it very difficult to learn something, have mental health issues or other situations, meaning different people will need varying types of support. Fortunately, all ASD people can learn and develop, albeit with different speed. With the appropriate kind of help, all can be guided to live a more satisfying life of their own choice.
Autism can be spotted by a multi-disciplinary team, typically including a speech therapist, language therapist, psychiatrist, psychologist, and a pediatrician. Getting an on-time and complete diagnosis will definitely be good because it helps autistic people and the people they associate with to see why they may have certain difficulties and what can be done to assist them. The characteristics of ASD vary from one to others, but for such a diagnosis to be made, one will normally be determined as having had consistent difficulties with social interaction and communication and restricted sets of behaviours, or interests since childhood, such that these limit day-to-day functioning.
The cause of autism has not been discovered. Research into possible causes suggests a mix of factors, genetic and environmental, may be responsible for variances in ASD development. It is not caused by a person's nurture, their social surroundings and is most importantly not the fault of the person with ASD.
There is no cure for it. However, there is a set of methods and approaches - strategies of assisting learning and development - which you may find helpful. A common approach is the so-called SPELL method, which stands for Structure, Positive approaches and expectations, Empathy, Low arousal, and Links. Another well-known approach is TEACCH: Teaching, Expanding, Appreciating, Collaborating and Cooperating, Holistic. In addition to these two sophisticated techniques, simpler methods include using visual supports and sessions with trained counsellors.
If you are a parent or thinking to become one, you may also want to consider getting an insurance coverage which focuses on early protection for critical illnesses specific to juveniles. One good point to keep in mind is to look for one which ideally cover developmental conditions found to be common in Singapore, such as dyslexia, autism, and ADHD. Of course, it will be better if the insurance also covers many of other possible conditions, which may include aplastic anemia, haemophilia, leukaemia, paralysis, Kawasaki disease, asthma, epilepsy, Still’s disease, Wilson’s disease, and diabetes mellitus.
With regards to autism, an insurance package usually stipulates clear requirements which must be fulfilled. Typical requirements are a conclusive diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, marked intellectual disability, motor deficits, epilepsy disorder, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment, and enrolment in a qualified specialised centre. Having an extensive insurance coverage can really go a long way in helping you pay for treatment and therapy expenses in the years ahead.
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