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Image Credit: Shutterstock Autism – or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a diagnosis has been with us for a long time yet is still a human condition many don’t truly understand. It was American child psychiatrist Leo Kanner who first published a paper back in 1943 describing eleven youngsters in his care who were highly intelligent but displayed “a powerful desire for aloneness” and “an obsessive insistence on persistent sameness.” He later named their condition “early infantile autism.” Instil confidence These days, the mission for greater support for families living with autism is the focus of April which is globally recognised as Autism Awareness Month. This is when the Autism Society of America urges people to “celebrate differences as it works to build an inclusive society where individuals with autism live fully through connection and acceptance.” ....
DUBAI: Children enter this world as blank slates, which is what makes parenting both exciting and daunting – and to mark World Art Day on April 15 we look at the importance of helping your child appreciate the arts. It can be hard to figure out what to teach your child, and ensuring they explore, appreciate and connect with art – in all its forms – can end up taking a backseat. However, some experts believe that art from drawing to dancing to visiting galleries can enhance a child’s skill sets and add color to their development. (Shutterstock) Jessica Rosslee, a clinical psychologist at Dubai’s Thrive, said artistic expression should be part of all children’s upbringing, as it is a universal language. ....
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