Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a child's social, language, and behavioral abilities. Experts from Nanjing Tianyou Children's Hospital said that for autistic children, it is difficult for them to understand and express their emotions, and they are unable to establish normal communication and relationships with others. This situation not only affects the growth and development of children, but also places a huge burden on families and society.
1. Social impairment.
Children with autism have significant barriers to socializing. They have difficulty forming friendships with their peers and are unable to understand and respond to the emotions and needs of others. In group activities, they often show isolation and dissociation, lacking basic social skills and emotional communication. This social impairment can lead to difficulties in integrating into society and lack social support as children grow up, which in turn affects their mental health and interpersonal relationships.
2. Language and communication barriers.
Autistic children also have significant language and communication barriers. They may exhibit problems such as delayed language development, difficulty with language comprehension, and grammatical errors. At the same time, it is also difficult for them to communicate through non-verbal means such as gestures and facial expressions. This communication disorder can cause children to be unable to express their needs and emotions, which in turn affects their self-perception and emotional development.
3. Behavioral and emotional problems.
Children with autism may experience problems with repetitive stereotyped behaviors, self-stimulating behaviors, aggressive behaviors, etc. These behavioral problems not only affect children's daily life and learning, but also put a burden on families and society. At the same time, children with autism are also prone to mood swings, anxiety, depression and other problems, which can affect the child's mental health and quality of life.
4. Learning and cognitive impairment.
Children with autism may also have significant learning and cognitive impairments. They may exhibit problems such as difficulty concentrating, poor memory, and weak learning ability. These cognitive impairments can affect a child's academic performance and ability to learn, which in turn will affect their future career development and social status.
5. Poor self-care ability.
Children with autism may also have significant barriers to self-care. They may not be able to perform basic tasks in daily life independently, such as dressing, washing, eating, etc. This can be a great burden on the family and requires long-term care and support from parents. At the same time, this lack of self-care skills can also affect the child's independence and self-confidence, which in turn affects his or her future quality of life and career development.
In summary, autism has brought many harms to children, including social impairment, language and communication disorders, behavioral and emotional problems, learning and cognitive impairments, and poor self-care skills. These hazards not only affect the growth and development of children, but also place a huge burden on families and society. Therefore, we need to pay attention to the development of children with autism and provide them with timely** and support to help them overcome difficulties and achieve the goal of all-round development. At the same time, we should also strengthen research and publicity on autism, improve the public's awareness and understanding of autism, and create a more inclusive and caring social environment for autistic children.