Tips for parents of autistic children
Although autism is certainly a personality disorder in a child, the parents of these children need to know that a good education at an early age makes it possible to overcome these deficiencies and a positive development the rest of life. The role of parents in this task is essential, therefore appropriate to follow the following recommendations:
Most autistic children think through images, not words. It is therefore important to work with them through visuals and use language as secondary route. Both objects such as sheets or cards that show figures and actions will be of great help in learning.
Avoid strings of verbal instructions. Autistic people have trouble memorizing sequences. So be brief and if there is need for a task is better written so that the child can read it (in school age, of course). The painting, art and computer programs are activities that autistic children are very capable. Encourage them to work in these areas, it will make it possible to jointly develop other skills that may take longer to grow directly. On the other hand, seeing that get results helps them gain confidence in themselves.
In many autistic produces what are called fixations on objects, such as trains or maps. If your baby is the case, take this situation to obtain advantages in school. The motivation to learn other objects will allow important branches of knowledge such as mathematics or geography.
Use concrete objects to teach your autistic child the mathematical concepts. In stores sell many block sets and colors that are built on this foundation to help children understand what are the dimensions, proportions and geometric spaces visually.
Autistic children have problems with hands and muscle control. For them it is very difficult to learn to write with pen or pencil. A good way to teach them is letting them use the computer keyboard. Typing is much easier to perform.
Many autistic people have problems of hypersensitivity. Thus, it is best to talk to children in low voices and whispers. Also they can sing better than they talk. It is ideal to use this knowledge and ability to convey emotions.
Remember that your little one is just a person with a deficiency, and can have it either, she needs your understanding and support.
If you can use their skills for the benefit of learning, rather than see a child with a human being fully develop their personality and better integrated into society.
