The Applied Psychology Department of the Islamia University Bahawalpur (IUB) organized a ceremony to mark World Autism Day at the varsity premises. Delivering her lecture, Clinical Psychologist, Noreen Mukhtar put light on spectrum autism disorder.
She also shared her experiences with special children who were suffering from autism. “Special children suffering from autism have the right to get education and training to live a better life,” she said. The ceremony was attended by the Chairman of the Applied Psychology Department, IUB, Dr Muhammad Saleem, Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Dr Rubina Bhatti, Assistant Professor, Ahmad Bilal and a large number of academicians and students. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave.
Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, it is described as a “developmental disorder” because symptoms generally appear in the first two years of life. Symptoms that affect their ability to function in school, work, and other areas of life. Difficulty with communication and interaction with other people. Restricted interests and repetitive behaviors.Autism is known as a “spectrum” disorder because there is wide variation in the type and severity of symptoms people experience.
Treatment for ASD should begin as soon as possible after diagnosis. Early treatment for ASD is important because proper care and services can reduce individuals’ difficulties while helping them learn new skills and build on their strengths. People with ASD may face a wide range of issues, which means there is no single best treatment for ASD. Working closely with a health care provider is an important part of finding the right combination of treatments and services.
