Somali American Autism Foundation
What is Autism:
Autism is a developmental disorder characterized by impaired social interaction, lack or delayed communication and restricted/repetitive behavior.
2. Dhibaatada la xiriirta dhexgalka bulshada iyo xiriirka dadweynaha What are the symptoms of Autism:
Waa Maxay Autism:
Xanuunka Autisimka Isbektiram (Autism Spectrum Disorders ama ASD)
Autisimku waa naafannimo wax u dhinta ilmaha kobaciisa iyo dabcigiisa iyo habka ay ula xiriiraan dadka iyo dunida ku hareersan. Saddex meelood ayaa ugu badan meelaha ay dadka autisimka qaba dhibaatooyinku ka qabsadaan. Saddexdaa meelood waxaa lagu magaabaa “dhimmanaanta saddex geeska ah”
1. Dhibaatada la xiriirta fahamka iyo adeegsiga luqadda lagu xiriiro
3. Dareenada ay ka mid yihiin codka, iftiinka ama taabashada oo dhiba
Some of the symptoms of autism are: lack of eye contact, pre occupation with certain subjects or objects, wanting things to be same and insisting on routines, absence or delay of imaginary and social play, preferring to play alone, over or under sensitive to smell, touch and sound sensory.
Autism can be educationally identified by education professionals. However, it is very important to get a medical diagnoses. Ask your child’s peditrician to refer you to a specialist. Waa muhiim in waalidku ilmahiisa geeyo dhakhtar ku takhasusay Autismka oo si fiican loo baaro.
Treatments and Therapies:
Education – Schools
Speech Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Feeding Therapy
Behavior Therapy
Alternative Therapy
ABA Therapy
Dietary/Nutritional supplements
Play/Social Skills
Auditory Therapy
Note: Not all children respond the same to all treatments. Please always check with your child’s physician before starting any treatment or therapy. However, with early intervention and appropriate therapies many children with autism are able to grow healthy, prosper and reach their full potentials. As of Today, no one knows for sure what the cause and cure for autism is. Meanwhile, our children suffer with this devastating disorder. Therefore, All parents ask that the medical community to work together to solve this puzzle.
How long will Autism remain a mystery or a puzzle not yet solved??? ASK YOURSELF!
INSHA ALLAH - GOD WILLING THAT WILL HAPPEN!