Autism is a disease that needs attention in children. Autism is especially noticeable at certain ages. It is important to diagnose this disorder at an early age. Generally, social relations, language, behavior and communication of children with autism are badly affected. Since autism is a congenital disorder, it continues throughout an individual's life. Although the causes of autism are not completely clear, it can be said that autism actually begins when babies begin to form in the womb. According to the researches, it shows that autism begins to manifest itself in children at an average age of 1.5 years and the symptoms become clear at the age of 4 years. Symptoms of 4-year-old autism include frequent repetition of words and lack of response when their names are called.
ASD is a lifelong disorder that occurs in infancy and early childhood. This disorder is more common in boys than in girls. Symptoms of autism begin to be seen in most children between 12-18 months of age and some symptoms become more pronounced with age. Especially at the age of 4, it has become quite easy to recognize autism. Because at this age, the child begins to show itself with its behavior and communication. The most common symptom of 4-year-old autism is not responding to the child's name. In addition, other symptoms of autism are as follows;
- Failure to respond when called by name
- Only one tone in the voice
- Repetition of sentences and words
- Some words and sentences are not clear
- Difficulty in establishing bilateral communication
- Difficulty initiating conversations compared to peers
- Not understanding jokes and finding them frightening
- Difficulty sharing feelings and thoughts
4 Years Autism Behavior Problems
Early recognition of autism is of great importance. Among 4-year-old autism behavioral problems , the most common ones are verbal communication changes, non-verbal communication changes, different games and differences in movements. For example, children with autism generally differ from their peers after showing some repetitive behaviors. Age 2 autism behavior problems are as follows;
- Sudden emotional outbursts
- Disruption of routine and too much
- Ongoing rocking behavior
- The desire to constantly open and close an object
- Hyperactive and impulsive behavior
- Harm to self and others around them
- Throwing objects
- Loud talking and shouting
- Aggressive behavior
- Don't forget the language
- Difficulty starting a conversation
- Avoid eye contact
How should families behave in 4-year-old autism behavioral disorders?
In behavioral disorders of children with autism, it is very important for families to know "autism" closely. Along with this, there are some rules that families should pay attention to. The rules to be considered in the development of the child are as follows;
- Problems in autism should be changed slowly.
- The child should be treated consistently, confusing movements should be avoided.
- Common rules should be determined.
- When the child throws an object or makes a loud noise in order to attract the attention of the parents, the parents should approach the child with understanding.
- Authoritarian behavior should be avoided.
- In this case, the child may run away from a task or leave a task unfinished that he/she does not like; in such behaviors, the child should be approached calmly.
- The elements that negatively affect the child in the area should be identified.
- Since repetitive movements are experienced continuously, simple movements that can be done instead of these movements should be taught.
- They need to be understood the most, so you need to express that you understand them.
- The behaviors that are disturbing the child should be identified and then the family and specialists should take action on the identified behaviors in detail.
- These special children may have difficulty learning a subject. Parents should be patient in this regard.
- The health of children with autism should be taken care of and checked at certain times.
- Oppressive behaviors should be avoided, because this attitude may cause children to behave more negatively.
- Punishment should not be used when the child exhibits a negative behavior.
- Children with autism should be given more attention and expressed that you understand them.