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World Autism Awareness Day was celebrated on April 2. It aims to better inform the general public and decision-makers regarding the realities of this developmental disorder, which mainly affects children.

Autism is real. This type of disability affects one in a hundred and fifty people in the world. According to Allo Docteurs Africa, autism is a pervasive developmental disorder. However, there is not one, but many Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) which bring together a set of conditions characterized by an alteration in social behavior, communication, language, but also by centers of interest. and restricted and repetitive activities. In other words, ”autism can manifest itself through a whole panoply of disorders, which can be more or less disabling. With proper care, some people with autism will be able to lead independent lives, but others will need lifelong support.

“These disorders start in childhood and tend to persist into adulthood. Estimated a few years ago at one in 160 children by the World Health Organization, the prevalence rate of autism continues to increase. The disorder generally begins before the age of 3, but ASDs are numerous and diverse, which makes them difficult to diagnose. However, there are certain signs that should alert parents. A particularly calm behavior (the child does not play, does not laugh, does not babble…), shifty glances, very limited but obsessive interests (a single toy becomes a real fixation, certain rituals must be repeated) are signs that may indicate an ASD. Autism cannot be cured, but with proper care, the autistic child can make progress and eventually lead an independent adult life, have a job…

Autism spectrum disorder, do you know what it is?

According to Idrissa Diop, specialist educator, disability psychologist at the ENTSS, autism spectrum disorders have an impact on the nervous system. In addition, autism spectrum disorders affect many children regardless of gender, race, sex or socioeconomic status. These disorders can alter the faculties to interact with one’s environment and can differ from one case to another.

”Treatment can help the patient, even if this medical condition is incurable”.

According to him, the extent and severity of symptoms are highly variable. Possible common symptoms are difficulties communicating and understanding social interactions, obsessive interests, and repetitive behaviors. Professor Diop said early detection, along with behavioral, educational and family therapies can reduce symptoms and promote development and learning. Hence the intervention of certain specialists, in particular a speech therapist, carers, therapists, etc.

Tribute to all parents of autistic children. These families deserve to be supported, celebrated and above all accompanied in the most noble fight of their lives.

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