What Is Autism? By: Carol Bell

Autism is a kind of psychiatric illness which comes into view within the first two years of life of a child. The afflicted child would find communicating with others a big problem, would like to be left alone and would not have too many interests. Boys are more likely to be affected by autism than girls in the ratio of 1:3 but the real cause behind it is not yet known though some call it a hereditary ailment. According to National Institute of Mental Health, over half a million people are victims of autism in the US alone. Early diagnosis and treatment could help a child rehabilitate his communication and language skills though no cure is still known for this disorder. Autism is a brain development disorder that reduces a child's power of self control, and quite often the child will engage in dangerous acts that may cause injury to themselves and others. The autistic child needs special care and attention to learn communication skills and develop self discipline. Angry outbursts or depression attacks would mostly be controlled by drug therapy recommended by doctors. Every patient differs from the other and hence the treatment also has to be according to the specific patient need. Thus the treatment and professional care for an autistic child rather expensive.

To make the behavioral therapy for the autistic child to yield optimum results, it must be backed by a diet rich in nutritive values. Parents ought to offer autistic children nice wholesome foods which do not contain gluten, dairy products or sugars. Fresh fruit and vegetables should be the basis for two of the daily meals as well as vitamin supplements that may be recommended by your doctor. As a sweetener, stevia is highly recommended for people suffering from diabetes and autism. In stead of sugar, get the best alternative stevia, which is an herb of South American origin and easily available at all health stores.

Because an autistic child is helpless without constant guidance, the treatment also never seems to end. Hardly any patient suffering from autism can live by himself, though some have displayed some amazing traits. The transition from the school yard to the work place is beyond most autistic people mainly because of their naivety. There are some who feel that autism is a state of mind and not quite a disorder and there could be some truth in it as you see the incredible artistic or musical talents of some autistic people.

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