Autism is a complex developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. It is estimated that autism affects around 1 in 54 children in the United States alone, and the prevalence of the disorder is increasing globally. World Autism Awareness Day is an international day dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of autism. ThisContinue reading “World Autism Awareness Day”
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Understanding Children With ASD: How Music Affects Speech
Children with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have atypical development in social communication and social interaction and display restricted and repetitive patterns of behaviours. Its symptoms are typically observable in early childhood and vary in severity; every child experiences the neurodevelopmental disorder differently. Speech and communication difficulties are one of the primary diagnostic features of ASD.Continue reading “Understanding Children With ASD: How Music Affects Speech“
Understanding Children with ASD: Benefits of Exercise on Sleep and Behaviour
Autism is a neurological and developmental condition marked by difficulties in communication and interacting with others, having restricted interests, and displaying repetitive speech and behaviours. People with Autism may also have medical conditions like gastrointestinal (GI) disorders or experience other issues like sensory sensitivity, anxiety, depression, and attention deficits. Although it can be diagnosed atContinue reading “Understanding Children with ASD: Benefits of Exercise on Sleep and Behaviour”