WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY

World Autism Awareness Day💙

• As we all know, 2nd of April is celebrated as World Autism Awareness Day.
• People or students are encouraged to wear blue  on April 2 as we all "light up Blue" to show that we are aware about it.

What is Autism?

• It is a Neuro developmental disorder of unknown etiology composed of qualitative alterations in social interaction & verbal impairment with repetitive, restricted and stereotype behavioral patterns.
• Symptoms are usually noticed at the age of 3 yes by parents.

SOCIAL:

• Abnormal or lack of comfort seeking behaviors
• Abnormal or lack of comfort social play
• Impairment in peer relationship
• Abnormal or lack of imitation of others.

COMMUNICATION:

• Lack of, impairment, or abnormal speech such as producing a monotone voice or echolalia.
• Abnormal nonverbal communication.

BEHAVIOR:

• persistent preoccupation or attachment to objects; range of interests restricted.
• Self injurious behavior.
• Produces repetitive body movements such as rocking or head banging.

INTERVENTION:

• Determine the child's routines, habits & preferences & maintain consistency as much as possible.
• Determine the specific ways in which the child communicates and use these methods.
• Avoid placing demands on the child.
• Initiate referrals to special programs as required.
• Provide support to parents.

ENSURING A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR A CHILD WITH AUTISM IS A PRIORITY.

5 WAYS YOU CAN LIGHT IT UP IN BLUE.

1. RAISE AWARENESS WITH BLUE - Distribute information and spread the word.🌐
2. SUPPORT BLUE - Make a donation😇
3. POST BLUE - Spread the word on social media.💬💜
4. WEAR BLUE - Spice up your word robe with a splash of blue.🙌
5. LIGHT IT UP BLUE - Change your lighting to blue.🙋

YOU CHOOSE WHAT IS GOOD FOR YOU, AND HELP THE CHILD WITH AUTISM.