AUTISM AND AWARENESS, KPR Institute Engineering and Technology, Autonomous Engineering Institution, Coimbatore, India

Create awareness on autism and its support mechanism

The webinar is presented by Dr. Naveen Nagarajan who is a post doctoral associate at the department of Human genetics, Utah State University, USA. The webinar gives an idea on diagnosing and providing specific interventions for young children with ASD at home and necessary supporting mechanism to make them behave normal over a long run. Early childhood providers like a mother ,father and grand parents can play an active role in supporting children with autism and other developmental disabilities. By using developmentally appropriate practices, tracking developmental milestones, communicating with parents, and being aware of community-based resources, early care and education providers can make important contributions to the lives of young children with ASD and their families. Some critical points discussed were
Learn about autism: The more you know about autism spectrum disorder, the better equipped you'll be to make informed decisions for your child. Educate yourself about the treatment options, ask questions, and participate in all treatment decisions.
Become an expert on the child : Figuring out what triggers the kid's challenging or disruptive behaviors and what elicits a positive response. What does the child find stressful or scared about, Calming, Uncomfortable or Enjoyable. If the people around understand what affects the child, they will be better at troubleshooting problems and preventing or modifying situations that cause difficulties.
Accept the child : Rather than focusing on how the autistic child is different from other children and what he or she is “missing,” practice acceptance. Enjoy the kid's special quirks, celebrate small successes, and stop comparing the child to others. Feeling unconditionally loved and accepted will help your child more. The event has external as well as internal participants.