Early identification and intervention are more helpful.

2. • Autism, also known as Autism spectrum disorder
is a condition wherein the primary symptom is
impairment in social interaction and
communication. The symptoms differ from
person to person from mild to severe. Many a
times, these symptoms of Adult Autism include
other medical conditions also. The genetics of
autism has been extensively researched, however
no conclusive evidence is present in identifying
any specific genes responsible for autism in
isolation. The condition is rarely understood by
general population and goes undetected during
childhood unless the parent or the pediatrician is
aware of the peculiarities observed. Rating scales
and behavioral assessments along with clinical
interview are used to diagnose the autism
spectrum conditions. Early identification and
intervention are more helpful.

4. The theoretical basis of the autism spectrum
conditions has primarily focused on the concept of
‘theory of mind’. The ability to differentiate between
‘me’ and ‘the world other than me’ is significantly
compromised in Autism. Hence a person tends to
attribute his own experiences and feelings as well as
thoughts on other people. As of now, there is no
medical Treatment for Autism to ‘cure’ autism.
However, the behavioral therapies along with
supervision from the significant others, a person with
autism spectrum can lead a life with less difficulties.
Some symptoms associated with anxiety, anger and a
few psychiatric conditions that can accompany autism
need to be evaluated and treated by psychiatrists as
necessity arises. Significant contribution to better
quality of life can come from family’s understanding
and acceptance of autism issues and support system
of professionals.

5. The support system aforementioned tends to reduce
the stress and burden experienced by caregivers and
family members while dealing with persons with
Autism Services.

8. Autism issues carry forward in adults in varying
degrees of severity. People who come in contact
with person with autism need to show sensitivity
towards the condition and be compassionate to
accommodate the difficulty in social interactions.
It is generally recommended to maintain same
behavioral therapist with whom a person with
autism may experience resemblance of familiarity
and association. A careful choice of selection of
occupational environment with supporting
supervision based on the nature of difficulties
can help in reducing unpleasant situations and
increase avenues of social interaction.

9. Some persons with Autism may show a significant
talent in some areas of functioning such as ability to
remember things, drawing, visualization, etc. An
excellent example of this is Temple Grandin who not
only learnt to live her life with Autistic Services
issues but also devised logistic arrangement to show
humane treatment of slaughter house animals.

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