Autism – introductionThere are several thousand children in Australia who are locked in a world of their own. Children who do not seem to understand love and affection and who do not seem to return it. These children are autistic. The cause of this distressing condition is unknown, but current theory believes it is due to some organic change in the brain. Whether this comes from some inherited factor, some change which occurs before, during or after birth is uncertain. Some of these children are mentally retarded: others have normal or even above normal IQs. The condition may be mild or severe. It is a disorder of infancy and most will become obvious before two and a half; 80 per cent of cases are boys. These children seem to be locked into a world of their own, where others cannot enter. They have great difficulty with language. A few will never learn to speak but most will develop some language skills, but still have difficulty in communicating. They strongly resist learning. Many do not like to be touched. These children seem not to recognise emotion in others and their faces may be blank most of the time, seeming not to show interest, happiness or sadness. *6/71/1* General health «No Prescription Pharmacy» |
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