I am wondering if there is any parent out there that does understand what Autism really is and what it can do to a person, who has it or may be diagnosed with it. Autism as to do alot with communicating, with other's in and out of home. If they can't communicate with you or with anyone else for that matter it can be very hard to understand in what their (NEEDS ARE). And why is that because they can't talk. So this is something that I would like everyone too understand, and know about what Autism. Some people think when they hit  2 years of age and they are not talking that right away there is something wrong, not always. Some children will speak when they are ready, but you as a parent has that right to have your child ( Evaluated just to rule out any disorders with your child or children. 

What is Autism??

Autism is a brain disorder that often makes it hard to communicate with others. With Autism the different areas of the brain fail to work together. Most people with Autism will always have some trouble relating to others. But  early diagnosis and treatment have helped more and more people with autism to live independently as adults.

What causes Autism??

Autism tends to run in families, so experts think it may be something that you inherit. Scientists are trying to find out exactly which genes may be responsible for passing down autism into families. Other studies are looking at whether autism can be cause by other medical problems, or by something in your childs surroundings. Some people think that childhood vaccines cause autism, especially the measles-mumps-rubella, or MMR, vaccine. But studies have not shown this to be true. It is very important for your child or children to get all of their childhood vaccines. They help your child or children for getting serious diseases that can cause harm to them or even death.

written by maryanne

August 25, 2008