The University of Washington published a study indicating behavior therapy for children as young as 18 months can significantly improve symptoms of autism and result in a milder diagnosis over time.
Behavior therapy aims to strengthen social skills, like making eye contact, which are difficult for children with autism to master. Social interaction through music can be a kind of behavior therapy. An important difference between the children in the study who improved and those who did not was the level of parental involvement at home. Singing with your child at home is so easy, all you need is your voice! Incorporate some of the simple songs you see on this blog into your daily routine today!
For more details about the study, visit:
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2009/11/30/health/main5835842.shtml
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