2024, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Part A
Early screen exposure and autistic feature analysing the impact of reducing screen time and effect of speech and language intervention on autistic features: Two case studies
Author(s): Ayana Das Ramdasan, Anagha Balakrishnan M and Krishnendu KR
Abstract: Children go through specific physical, social/emotional and cognitive development during the critical period. Screens are an important and inevitable part in today’s tech and media driven world. Virtual Autism is a term suggested by Romanian psychologist Dr. Marius Zamfir and it is explained as a disorder that affects children’s functionality and development due to the excessive consumption of Virtual environment in the first years of life that is similar to autism spectrum disorders. Aim: Analyzing the impact of reducing the over exposure of screens on autistic features. Methods: Two children 2 & 4 years old respectively participated in the study. Both the children had a complaint of reduced speech and language output and were reluctant to participate in social interactions with features of ASD on observation, had exposure to increased screen time during the early childhood. From the detailed speech and language evaluation, were diagnosed as Language disorder associated with Mild Autism Spectrum disorder. Participants were enrolled for speech and language intervention program (Tele practice). Parents were counseled regarding reducing and modifying screen time and effective parent-child interaction techniques. After attending speech therapy along with reducing screen time both the children showed significant provident in terms of language development and social behavior. Conclusion: Two children with language disorders and autism spectrum disorder, who exhibited reduced speech, language skills, and social interaction, demonstrated significant improvement following speech therapy and reduced screen time. Their case highlights the correlation between excessive early screen time and language delays, autism symptoms, and other developmental issues. While technology is ubiquitous, managing screen time is crucial for child development. Speech-language pathologists should educate parents about this connection and the importance of early intervention to optimize children's language and social skills.
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Ayana Das Ramdasan, Anagha Balakrishnan M and Krishnendu KR. Early screen exposure and autistic feature analysing the impact of reducing screen time and effect of speech and language intervention on autistic features: Two case studies. International Journal of Autism. 2024; 4(2): 01-04.
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