Parent – Child Training Program (PCTP) is a two and half month long program that aims to support and train both parents and children of autism. The goal of the program is to help parents develop the skills and strategies they need to improve their child’s behavior and functioning. During this time parents learn about autism spectrum disorder, using positive reinforcement and other behavior management strategies, communicating effectively with their child, verbal, sign or PECs, and learn to use/ make visual structures and teaching techniques. Additionally, parents will learn how to engage in play activities with their child that are both fun and therapeutic, while developing their child’s social skills. Parents will also learn how to take care of themselves and manage stress, which can be a significant challenge when raising a child with autism.
We usually recommend this program to newly-diagnosed children with Autism and their parents, who are relatively new to the world of ASD, due to its introductory aspect. Interested individuals are also welcomed to take part in the Theoretical Phase of the program which is typically, the first week.
To access the online application form, Click HERE. This form is just to add your name to the queue. Please note that you will have to fill up a proper application form in Avaani Foundation, once your turn arrives.
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If you suspect that your child may have autism, the first step is to consult with your pediatrician or family doctor. They can refer you to a specialist who can diagnose autism, such as a child psychiatrist, neurologist, or developmental pediatrician. These professionals will also direct you where to go if your child is diagnosed with ASD. It’s important to get an accurate diagnosis as early as possible, so that you can access appropriate support and interventions for your child.
After diagnosis, visit organizations working with ASD (OR just drop in at Avaani Foundation!) to consult the next best step for your child which will depend on your child’s individual needs and diagnosis. Some may benefit from early intervention services such as ABA therapy, Speech Therapy or Occupational Therapy while others may need support in the classroom or specialized educational programs. Normally, we advise both parents and children to partake in Parent-Child Training Program, where parents/ guardians learn about Autism and how to train their child.
No, Autism is a lifelong condition, and there is currently no cure for it. However, one can learn skills to help them learn social significant behaviors and coping strategies, navigate social situations and communicate more effectively with relevant therapies and support programs. If you have heard about Stem Cell Therapy, this is an unproven, experimental treatment for Autism that is still under research. No scientific claims have been made about its effect on Autism.
As far as we know today, No. Diagnosis of ASD in adults are commonly due to regressive nature of Autism, where a person loses certain social, communicative or physical skills and abilities. This may cause a late diagnosis in adults, but does not suggest that they developed ASD later in life.
The term “Virtual Autism” refers to a phenomenon where excessive exposure to electronic screen media is believed to cause ASD-like symptoms. This is a topic under research and has no concrete scientific conclusions whether it is really a different type of Autism or if it is just typical ASD triggered by excessive screen time.
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