Do you know children affected with autism find it difficult to
communicate and to become socialized? There are two notions about the
existence of autism. One thought is that autism is due to a bio-
chemical imbalance, and the other notion is it is a psychological
disorder. The autism-affected children seldom communicate with others
except to fulfill their needs.
Autism spectrum disorders can be called an umbrella term since it
covers classic autism, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), and
Asperger's syndrome. Autism can be termed a spectrum disorder as the
intensity and the number of the symptoms of autism differs from
person to person. Autism causes impairments in the people in three
areas: social relationships, communication, and restricted patterns
of behavior. The spectrum of autism can be classified as severely
affected, less able, and dependent on others. This also includes
persons with above-average intelligence and independence, but lacking
social skills.
Autism sufferers lack a proper response to social and environmental
stimulations. The affected child would be in a separate world. The
child's communication will be very minimal and he will not be able to
communicate his emotions and feelings properly....

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