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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental and mental health issue that affects around one in every 10 kids. Although it can happen at any age, most people who have it early on don’t develop fully until around the age of 16 or 17. The condition is characterised by a number of symptoms including autism, repetitive behaviors, limited ability to communicate with others, and an inability to discrimination between friends and strangers. Kids with ASD often have problems with communication and social skills but they also tend to show more psychiatric signs than other kids. There are many things we can do as parents to help our kids cope better with the condition so here’s a look at everything you need to know about it.

What is autism spectrum disorder?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental and mental health issue that affects around one in every 10 kids. Although it can happen at any age, most people who have it early on don’t develop fully until around the age of 16 or 17. The condition is characterised by a number of symptoms including autism, repetitive behaviors, limited ability to communicate with others, and an inability to discriminate between friends and strangers. Kids with ASD often have problems with communication and social skills but they also tend to show more psychiatric signs than other kids. There are many things we can do as parents to help our kids cope better with the condition so here’s a look at everything you need to know about it.

What are the symptoms of ASD?

The symptoms of ASD can vary from one child to the next. Some kids will have interactions with others with the condition that seem normal, while others may have a hard time sharing things with others because they are shy or can’t stand being alone. Some kids even have a hard time communicating with others because they are repressed by the fact that they have the condition. These feelings usually come after a few months of age, during which time your child is probably going through a lot.

Who is at risk for ASD in kids?

One of the things that many kids with autism spectrum disorder face is shyness. If a kid is shy most of the time and doesn’t have a lot of interaction with others, that means they may be at risk for having the condition. The risk for having the disorder in a young child is high because it’s triggered by a lot of stress and things can get shectic for the kid fast. If your child seems to be avoiding social interaction or being very silent, it’s probably because they are not yet ready to deal with the emotional impact of being open and expressed. You can help your child come to terms with being open and being honest by being there for them when they need you too.

Helping your child cope with ASD

Nobody wants to spend the rest of their life with a mental illness, no matter what path the person is on. It’s wrong, harmful and self-destructive. Parents can’t stop their kids from getting mental illness by trying. The only way to help your child get better is to be there for them as they go through phase one and phase two of their mental health journey. In order to help your child, you need to know about the different stages of mental health and how to deal with each one. Here are a few things you need to know about the stages of mental health: Stage One – Young child is at risk for developing symptoms at a relatively early age Stage Two – X number of symptoms apply for the duration of the illness; symptoms fall into one of the following five main groups: – Anxiety – Depression – Bipolar disorder – Schizophrenia – Borderline personality disorder – Many more disorders are possible, but were not considered Stage Three – Your child is probably going to develop symptoms continuously throughout the illness; they may come and go as they need to, but they will always be there Stage Four – You will probably spend the majority of your time with your child when they are in the Stage Four range of mental health Stage Five – Your child is probably going to go through a period of symptoms that can last from a few months to years Stage One: Young Child is at Risk for developing symptoms at a relatively early age The risk of having the condition in a young child is very high. It triggers when you are in a state of overstress and excitement, when you’re overwhelmed with things, or when you’re in a state of high anxiety. If this is what your child is experiencing, then it’s possible they have the condition. Stage One: X number of symptoms apply for the duration of the illness; symptoms fall into one of the following five main groups: – Anxiety – Depression – Bipolar disorder – Schizophrenia – Borderline personality disorder – Many more disorders are possible, but were not considered In order to be at risk for having the condition, you need to experience high levels of stress or excitement for a long time. It’s likely that your child is operating under some kind of lot of pressure or is feeling underpowered to handle situations. This can also occur when someone you love or have a role in is going through a difficult time. Stage One: Your child is probably going to develop symptoms continuously throughout the illness; they may come and go as they need to, but they will always be there Your child might not even know that they have the condition yet. It might be because they don’t talk about it. If they don’t talk about it, it doesn’t have to be there. It could be in their eyes or on their skin. It doesn’t have to be there physically, either. It could be in how they express themselves or how they respond to people. It doesn’t have to be there in a way that you or anyone else can see. Stage One: You will spend the majority of your time with your child when they are in the Stage One range of mental health You will spend a large amount of your time with your child when they are at the Stage One range of mental health. If your child has the condition, you will likely spend a large portion of your time with them talking to them, helping them think about what they need to do, and explaining how they can get help if they need it. You will also likely be there when they need you for support.

Having a child with ASD is linked to other mental health problems

It’s not just about having the condition in your child that you have to worry about. There are many things that can happen if you don’t have the condition in your child. These can include: – Your child going through a phase of symptoms – Your child trying to compensate for their lack of social connection by being very intense and withdrawing – Your child going through a withdrawal phase – Your child being unable to make friends – Your child having a hard time of it at school because they are shy or overworked – Depression – Anxiety – Social interactions are limited because they are all in the same room – Your child is at risk of developing a eating disorder – Going to therapy or dealing with your child’s mental health issues at home – Getting a job that requires you to be there for your child when they need you

Getting to grips with your child’s condition

Basically, you need to get to grips with your child’s condition because it’s triggered by stress. It’s one thing to be stressed out but it’s another to be triggered by it. The longer your child is triggered by stress, the more likely they will experience another episode of anxiety or