What are the problems with autism?

A child or adult with autism spectrum disorder may have problems with social interaction and communication skills, including any of these signs: Fails to respond to his or her name or appears not to hear you at times. Resists cuddling and holding, and seems to prefer playing alone, retreating into his or her own world.

Do Autistic toddlers have good memory?

Rote memory skills and autism. Autistic children are often good at learning by heart (rote memory). Many autistic children can remember large chunks of information, like conversations from movies, words to a song, number plates and so on.

Is an autism cure too good to be true?

An autism cure just sounds too good to be true. You’ll have to not drag your feet on this. If you have a toddler with an autism diagnosis, it’s best to go to work right away while the child is at this young and impressionable age of development.

How can we get rid of autism?

First, stop talking about a “cure for autism,” and “getting rid of autism.” Second, talk about finding fixes for specific components of autistic disability, like speech impairment. We should all be able to agree that the ability to talk is a good human trait. So is the ability to eat whatever you want, without getting sick.

Is Autism Speaks worth talking about?

The recent Autism Speaks video debacle and the continuing controversy over neurodiversity and a “cure” makes me think this is something worth talking about. The problem starts with autism itself, and how people see it.

How does Autism affect people’s views on it?

At the same time, autism’s impact on people varies tremendously. Some people are totally disabled which others are merely eccentric. It’s no surprise that the individuals at the two extremes would have totally opposite views of their condition. The “High Functioning” autistic group says, “We don’t need to be cured.