Autism is derived from the Greek word 'autos' which means self. In this context, it refers to someone living in his or her own world. From a medical point of view, autism is a condition in which a person's social interactions are disrupted due to communication skills problems, repetitive inappropriate behavior, isolation and having a limited desire for something.
Among the skills that are impaired as a result of autism are;
- Speech and communication skills
- Social interaction skills
- Behavior and emotions
- Sensory or physical contact
- Cognitive skills
- Play skills
Autism Treatment
Although autism is not completely curable, its symptoms can still be reduced. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the symptoms of autism can be reduced by taking herbal medicine and acupuncture treatment. This is because acupuncture can increase energy flow in a child's brain and re-stimulate energy blockage.
Children with mild autism have the opportunity to reach a normal level of development like other children if they receive early treatment while children with moderate and severe autism usually need a long treatment time to reach a normal level of development.
