Autism And Adhd

Facts and Solutions on Autism

Consider these facts

• 21 percent of teens with ADHD skip school repeatedly
• 35 percent eventually drop out of school
• ADD/ADHD children are more likely to experiment with drugs and alcohol.
• When ADD/ADHD kids don’t do well in school they’re self-esteem drops and they are less likely to succeed as adults.

Those are unhappy statistics. In a minute, I’ll tell you how to turn around those numbers.

·        They are not just a collection of vague, general information on attention deficit disorder.

·        They are not a bunch of theoretical nonsense you can’t really use.

They are not a series of complicated steps that requires special training or talent.

(Don’t we have enough of that gobbledy-gook already?!)

Here’s what the methods ARE:

• A powerful series of practical, simple, ready- to-use techniques you can use today to transform your child’s life (and future).
• A handy reference you’ll be using every day. (I’ve cut out all the fluff. My methods contain nothing but pure information.)
• The strategies I’m revealing are so simple, you will start using them today!

Hi there reader,

My name is Lisa Kerr and this story is about my life with and Autistic and adhd brother.

It’s really hard to control my brother Ben he’s 9 years old but he is very small! My brother spends much of his time watching videos and playing with his toys. Though if something is missing he can tell just by looking at his toys and it’s very difficult to try and look for it as he always hits or hurts everyone and he gets very frustrated. Although he really is strong too! He doesn’t mean to hurt anybody, though it’s sore. My brother goes to a special school called Little Angels and he loves it though as soon as he comes home from school if you talk about school he’ll always say “Stay Home” he’ll say it again just to make sure everyone heard him. My brother’s Speech is coming on really well although there is some words people would understand and there is other’s they might not know, but I know nearly  every word he’s says, but he knows every word we say although he can’t say this back properly and if we don’t know what he say he gets really frustrated and upset and has a temper tantrum. But if he loses something like on of his toys he gets a lot more frustrated than normal he  loves videos and toys  more than anything else!  I’m setting up a website on Autism and Adhd  It’s really beginning to come together.

By Lisa Kerr

Prevalence of Autism

Autism is the most common of the Pervasive Developmental Disorders, affecting an estimated 1 in 166 births (Centers for Disease Control prevention, 2004). Roughly translated, this means as many as 1.5 million Americans today are believed to have some form of autism. And this number is on the rise.

Based on statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and other governmental agencies, autism is growing at a startling rate of 10- 17 percent per year. At this rate, the ASA estimates that the prevalence of autism could reach 4 million Americans in the next decade.

Autism knows no racial, ethnic, social boundaries, family income, lifestyle, or educational levels and can affect any family, and any child. And although the overall incidence of autism is consistent around the globe, it’s four times more prevalent in boys than in girls

Autism

If I had a chance I would change him to be normal, because it’s really stressful especially when he is having a tantrum! After all he is only 9 yrs old! If I could make one wish I would wish that he could at least talk properly! If you liked my website, why don’t you send it to your friends the website is www.freewebs.com/lisakerr3 and say what you think by posting to my forum! I’d much appreciate itJ

Defining Autism

Autism is a complex development disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Both children and adults with autism typically show difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions, and leisure or play activities. One should keep in mind however, that autism is a spectrum disorder and it affects each individual differently and at varying degrees-this is why early diagnosis is so crucial. By learning the signs, a child can begin benefiting from one of the many specialized intervention programs.

Autism is one of five disorders that falls under the umbrella of Pervasive Developmental disorders (PDD), a category of neurological disorders characterized by “severe and pervasive impairment in several areas of development.”

  The five disorders under PDD are:

• Autistic Disorder
• Asperger’s disorder
• Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (CDD)
• Rett’s Disorder
• PDD-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS)

Each of these disorders has specific diagnostic criteria which has been outlined in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic & statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR).

Possible indicators of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Does not babble, point, or make meaningful gestures by 1 year of age

Does not speak on word by 16 months

Does not combine two words by 2 years

Does not respond to name

Loses language or social skills

Some other indicators

Poor eye contact

Doesn’t seem to know how to play with toys

Excessively lines up toys or other objects

Is attached to one particular toy or object

Doesn’t smile

At times seems to be hearing impaired

What are the Signs of Autism/ PDD?

Some or all of the following characteristics may be observed in mild to severe forms:

• Communication problems (e.g., using and understanding language);
• Difficulty relating o people, objects, and events;
• Unusual play with toys and other objects;
• Difficulty with changes in routine or familiar surroundings; and
• Repetitive body movements or behaviour patterns.

Children with autism or PDD vary widely in abilities, intelligence, and behaviours. Some children do not speak; others have language that often includes repeated phrases or conversations. Children with more advanced language skills tend to use a small range of topics and have difficulty with abstract concepts. Repetitive play skills, a limited range of interests, and impaired social skills are generally evident as well. Unusual responses to sensory information-for example, loud noises, lights, certain textures of food or fabrics-are also common.