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Autism is classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder which manifests itself in markedly abnormal social interaction, communication ability, patterns of interests, and patterns of behavior. Although the specific etiology of autism is unknown, many researchers suspect that autism results from genetically mediated vulnerabilities to environmental triggers.

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My son is 2 1/2 and just recently diagnosed. I am having a hard time trying to decipher all of the information coming at me right now. Everything I have read emphasizes over and over again - early intervention and intensive therapy. So, we are looking into two different intensive therapy programs. One uses the ABA approach and the other Floor Time. My gut is telling me to go with the Floor Time Approach - it just seems less harsh. And my son does seem to respond to me when I get down to his level and play with him "in his world." If anyone has any thoughts on this I would love to hear it :)
Olismom
Olismom
We are all individual and you will always know in your heart what is good or not. The thing I learn is it is not the type of therapy but the integrity of the therapist. Just do a day at a time and test things out with an open mind!

Have fun with it, and remember to enjoy your baby!
deleted_user
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I can only speak from my own experience. My son has been working with IBI for about 6 months and I really see a difference. The supervising psychologist is thrilled with the team and the senior therapist. She supervises other programs but only my son is making the huge gains. It all comes down to the experience and qualifications of the people working with your child.
deleted_user
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ABA is often overlooked:

For example: Just sec... I have to sign off and then I'll post my explanation.

Kris
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