March 19, 2022 at 1:21 pm · kailashmantry · 0 comments

All You Need To Know About Autism Spectrum Disorder or Autism and Its Treatment

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder or Autism?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), previously known as Autism is a neurological and developmental disorder that involves deficits in social communication and social interaction. It is called a ‘’spectrum’’ because people with ASD show a variety of symptoms. A person having autism forms abnormal social approach and faces difficulty in making normal conversation.
There is reduced sharing of interests and emotions. A person having autism fails difficulty in initiating a conversation and they may often seen absorbed in their own world. They may not look into your eyes or talk to you and it affects their daily life functioning. People with autism may find it difficult to interact and communicate with others. They may get anxious about social gatherings or do things in a repetitive manner. Being autistic does not mean that you are sick and you cannot live your life to the fullest. People with autism are good at many things. All they need is extra effort and good therapy to make things work. As per researches, some autistic people have more than average intelligence. Some may have learning disabilities as well and need help to daily function in life.
According to Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-V), a person having autism has deficits in maintaining and developing personal and social relationships, lack of facial expressions, difficulty in eye contact, lack of interest in making friends, repetitive motor movements, extreme distress in small changes in life, rigid thinking pattern, repetitive sounds or
phrases (echolalia) and preoccupation with unusual objects. These symptoms affect the social, occupational and other areas of life.

What causes Autism?

There is no single cause of Autism. Its exact cause is unknown. However, genetics and environmental factors play important role in its development. Autism runs in families. Family history matters a lot. If your parent or grandparent or one of your siblings has Autism, then there are more chances of you developing it. Several different genes are responsible for autism. If a baby is born before 26 weeks of gestation, he is at greater risk of having Autism Spectrum disorder. In some children, Autism is linked with some genetic disorders such as Rett Syndrome or fragile X syndrome. While genetic mutations may enhance the risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder. According to some researchers there may be some genes who affect the brain functioning and development and determine the severity of disorder. Many environmental factors such as medicines, complications during pregnancy and birth, advanced age or air pollutants may
trigger Autism.

What problems can Autism create?

Children having autism face countless problems in school and learning. They face difficulty in making social interactions and ultimately face social isolation. They cannot live independently. Dealing with Autism adults also creates stress among family members. Moreover, living in present society, people with autism are bullies and victimized.

Is medication an effective way to treat autism?

Medicines cannot cure Autism. There may be medicines or special diets to help patients but these medicines have reactions on human body as well. Some medicines may be given to reduce the depression, insomnia, seizures, and anxiety among autistic people. But these medicines can have serious side effects on mental health of patient. Atypical antipsychotics may be given to reduce aggressive behavior of Autism patients but it can cause weight gain which will automatically lead to many other problems like obesity. These medicines can bring serious hormonal changes which can cause breast development. Similarly, Selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitors can make patient feel nervous and restless and patient can also have trouble in sleeping. The major side effect of these medicines is lower appetite and more hyperactive behavior.

So, how to treat without medication?

Medicine is not a cure for Autism. Mantry healthcare is a group of mental health experts and professionals who use many effective therapies and interventions to minimize the symptoms of Autism. In Mantry healthcare, appropriate therapy is given to people with Autism, so they can better use their abilities and skills to groom themselves. These therapies are different for different persons and help to reduce symptoms that interfere with daily functioning. Therapies such as behavioral management therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, educational and school based therapies, social skill training, speech language therapy and parent mediated therapy are effective for treating and managing the symptoms. Peer group therapies are given at Mantry healthcare to help autistic people in daily life functioning. Interacting and making friends with other autistic people may give an autistic person the idea that he is normal and can do well on his own. Role of family matters a lot when it comes to dealing with autistic people. Having
supportive parents and siblings bring positivity in autistic people and it may help them to do better in life.

Dr. Kailash Mantry is a mental health professional who is expert in his field. Dr. Kailash aims to treat 10 lakh patients without using medication. At beginning of sessions, Dr. Kailash engages his patients by building rapport with them. Sessions are given to patients to build self-esteem and self-worth in them. Mantry healthcare provides you finest treatment options and a safe place for treatment of Autism

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