What is mild autism?
mild or highly functional autism is a form of ubiquitous developmental disorders characterized by symptoms that are less serious and striking than most other cases. As a result, children with mild autism may not show any observable symptoms until they are at least three years old. Unlike typical autistic individuals, people with mild autism can develop adequate speech, have normal or exceptional intelligence, and be of a relatively high functioning. Research has shown that in some cases children with mild autism can recover if they are exposed to early therapeutic intervention. Slightly autistic people generally develop normal skills, can read and write and play and do housework. In rare cases, these individuals can be successful university students and live independently. Humor and social allusions can be difficult, but not impossible to understand. Slightly autistic people can also focus on a single subject and discussAbout it in detail, regardless of the original topic of conversation.
Reciting facts or details or quotes from books or movies is another common behavior of people with a slight autism. For example, a slightly autistic person may respond to the question about the school or the weather by naming all parts in Lednice. As a result, children and adults with mild autism can consider it difficult to make friends with others.
A child that is slightly autistic can focus on object, such as a toy, to the extent that he does not perceive anyone else in the area. Eye contact can be difficult to maintain for those with mild autism. Further behavior of mild autism may include insufficiently developed motor skills, lack of empathy for others and sensory problems.
Although some doctors claim that mild autism is indistinguishable from Asperger's syndrome, there is no consensus among doctors. Individuals with Asperger syndrome showMany behavior associated with mild or highly functioning autism, such as impaired social interaction and limited interests. In addition, those with Asperger generally do not suffer from delayed speech or cognitive development.
Studies have shown that children with mild autism can recover from this disorder if they are exposed to strict therapeutic intervention soon. Applied behavioral analysis, therapy that focuses on improving behavior and skills can have the greatest influence on autistic individuals. Although the child can recover from autism, it can be exposed to a higher risk of related conditions, including anxiety, attention disorder with hyperactivity and depression.