Earlyne Igiraneza

Educator,Entrepreneur/Founder of Lifespan Wellness and Development Initiative; Mpundu Events

[Earlyne Igiraneza @buseruka96]

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Today kicks off #WorldAutismMonth! Join us in spread understanding and acceptance for autistic people by taking our pledge: https://t.co/n1oSOy6tYz #LightItUpBlue

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The types of treatments generally can be broken down into the following categories:
- Behavior and Communication Approaches
- Dietary Approaches
- Medication
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Types of Treatments
There are many types of treatments available. These include applied behavior analysis, social skills training, occupational therapy, physical therapy, sensory integration therapy, and the use of assistive technology.

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or it could be a sign the child is having headaches or earaches. In those cases, a thorough physical examination is needed. Monitoring healthy development means not only paying attention to symptoms related to ASD, but also to the child’s physical and mental health.

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Regular medical and dental exams should be part of a child’s treatment plan. Often it is hard to tell if a child’s behavior is related to the ASD or is caused by a separate health condition. For instance, head banging could be a symptom of ASD...

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The best treatment or intervention can vary depending on an individual’s age, strengths, challenges, and differences. It is also important to remember that children with ASD can get sick or injured just like children without ASD.

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..when the child would naturally be gaining these skills—and reduction of restricted interests and repetitive and challenging behaviors. For some children, occupational and speech therapy may be helpful, as could social skills training and medication in older children...

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Therefore, treatment plans are usually multidisciplinary, may involve parent-mediated interventions, and target the child’s individual needs. Behavioral intervention strategies have focused on social communication skill development—particularly at young ages...

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..and maximize the ability of the child to function and participate in the community. The differences in how ASD affects each person means that people with ASD have unique strengths and challenges in social communication, behavior, and cognitive ability.

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Treatment, Intervention Services for ASD
Currently, no treatment has been shown to cure ASD, but several interventions have been developed and studied for use with young children. These interventions may reduce symptoms, improve cognitive ability and daily living skills...

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Arrived at my parents’ house in the US, and I see they are ready for the 4th July celebration 💙💛💚

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Tips For Autistic Parents
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Some autistic people need more sensory stimulation than their neurotypical peers.

They may:
💙 Seek sensory input
💙 Not have the same understanding of body and space
💙 Cross personal boundaries

Be #kind and #understanding when autistic people are seeking sensory input.

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6. WHAT CAN BE DONE?
- Create awareness nationwide on autism spectrum disorder
- Fight discrimination through inclusion
- Build a place for people with ADS to flourish
#Autism #Autismawareness #Autismspeaks
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5. Challenges :
- Lack of awareness and knowledge about ASD
- Exclusion and discrimination
- Need for more therapy centers and qualified personnel
- There is a major need for institutions/organizations that can build communal homes for adults with severe ASD

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4. CURRENT SITUATION IN RWANDA
In Rwanda there isn't an exact number of children diagnosed with ASD living in urban areas. This assumption doesn't include a large group of undiagnosed individuals, majority living in rural areas.
#Autism #Autismawareness #autismspeaks

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3. People can get better. With correct intervention, they gain skills, and some of the repetitive behaviors and communication challenges disappear.
Watch Andreea (ABA therapist) while she explains us more about ASD!
https://t.co/IAaKArVI61

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2. The expected result is adults who can integrate into society & live independently. Children are affected in different ways & not all are diagnosed & start therapy early, not all progress is equal. The course of this disorder from the autism spectrum isn't consistent over time