The story of the recovery of a child diagnosed with ASD

In this video, Larisa, a mother, shares her daughter's journey with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the challenges the family faced, and the changes that occurred after extensive work and participation in the LTP (Levit Therapeutic Principles) program.

How it all began

After the first symptoms appeared, the parents faced serious difficulties:

• lack of speech and communication;
• no response to name;
• sleep disturbance;
• frequent hysterics;
• self-aggression;
• lack of eye contact;
• misunderstanding of addressed speech;
• lack of interest in peers;
• constant running and motor restlessness;
• swinging your arms;
• lack of self-care skills;
• toilet difficulties;
• lack of interest in toys and educational activities.

Despite contacting specialists and visiting various centers, the parents did not observe any significant changes.

The decision to take matters into one's own hands

Larisa began independently studying literature on autism, taking parenting courses, and looking for ways to help her child.

Gradually, we were able to achieve improvements in our daughter’s behavior, sleep, bowel function, and daily skills.

What changes does mom notice today?

According to Larisa, the following changes have appeared over time:

✔ hysterics stopped;

✔ self-aggression and hair pulling disappeared;

✔ improved sleep;

✔ the child began to respond to his name;

✔ stable eye contact has appeared;

✔ improved understanding of spoken language;

✔ interest in the surrounding world has appeared;

✔ the child began to notice birds, cars, people and events happening around him;

✔ interest in peers has appeared;

✔ Hysterics on the streets and in stores have disappeared;

✔ decreased motor restlessness;

✔ uncontrolled arm waving stopped;

✔ increased perseverance for up to 25 minutes;

✔ the child began to eat independently;

✔ learned to dress independently;

✔ began to use the toilet independently;

✔ interest in drawing, coloring and construction sets has developed;

✔ elements of childish speech and babble appeared;

✔ everyday skills and independence were developed.

Independent Living Skills

Today is a girl:

• takes food on his own when he feels hungry;

• helps to wash food;

• puts away his things;

• wipes up after herself if she spills something;

• expresses his desires and disagreements more consciously;

• actively interacts with adults and the surrounding world.

What helped the family

According to the mother, the following played an important role:

• parent training;
• systems approach;
• support from specialists;
• work on everyday skills;
• support from curators;
• recommendations on nutrition and lifestyle;
• regular work with the child at home.

About the LTP program

LTP (Levit Therapeutic Principles) is a support program for parents of children with autism, ASD, developmental delays, and other developmental disabilities.

The program includes:

• work with food;
• support from specialists;
• support from curators;
• parent training;
• recommendations for developing communication and everyday life skills.

Who will find this video useful?

This video may be helpful for parents of children who experience:

• autism (ASD);
• delayed speech development;
• lack of speech;
• no response to name;
• communication difficulties;
• sleep disturbance;
• hysterics;
• self-aggression;
• lack of eye contact;
• difficulties in understanding spoken language.

Share your experience

Please share in the comments what changes have been most important for your family and what challenges you are currently facing.

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