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impulsive child : teaching patience, wait, later and ask properly concepts

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IMPULSIVENESS it may be just begining of ADHD ,OR JUST A TANTRUM OR STUBBORNNESS USUALLY, or a controlling behaviour. here are some tips Dr Kondekar tried to help with repeatedly demanding different things, insisting that the parent comply, and then hitting when the demand is refused—is not simply a “therapy problem.”  I would treat it as a specific learned communication/behaviour pattern that needs a fresh functional assessment rather than simply adding more therapies. The important question is: “What does the child obtain by asking repeatedly and hitting?” In autism, aggression can function as communication. It may obtain an object/activity, adult attention, escape from a demand, or control over what happens next. If hitting reliably produces the desired outcome, the child can learn that “hitting works.” What I would do at home Do not try to stop every request. Instead, separate requesting from controlling . For example: Child: “Mobile! Mobile! Mobile!” Parent: “Ask on...

Autism: Beyond the Label — Understanding the Communication Chaos - Dr Kondekar

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Autism: Beyond the Label — Understanding the Communication Chaos Autism is not just a problem of speech or eye contact. These are only some of the visible manifestations of a much larger developmental difference. At its core, autism can be understood as a condition in which the brain processes, integrates and communicates information differently. The difficulty may affect communication with other people, communication between different parts of the body, integration between different senses and actions, and the ability to use these skills for age-appropriate everyday activities. The degree of difficulty can vary enormously from one child to another. One child may have relatively mild difficulties in one area and profound difficulties in another. Therefore, autism should never be understood as a single, uniform condition. Think of the brain as a huge communication network. There are countless neural pathways carrying information between the brain, the senses, the muscles, emotions,...

Behaviour control and listening in autism : Dr Kondekar

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In autism, behaviour control and listening are not merely “discipline issues.” They are foundational skills for learning, communication, independence and social participation. Behaviour should be understood as communication, while listening should be treated as an active developmental skill. http://myautismguru.com Why controlling behaviour matters in autism 1. Behaviour determines learning readiness. A child who is constantly escaping, screaming, hitting, throwing or refusing cannot consistently participate in therapy or school activities. 2. Behaviour often communicates an unmet need. The behaviour may arise from poor communication, sensory overload, anxiety, difficulty with transitions, frustration or inability to understand expectations. 3. Better behaviour improves communication. When the child learns appropriate ways to request, refuse, wait and seek help, challenging behaviour can gradually become unnecessary. 4. It prevents secondary problems. Persistent uncontrolle...

how autism develops into ADHD In some kids : DrKondekar explains

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Why Do Many Children with Autism Develop ADHD-like Behaviour? A Developmental Perspective Santosh V. Kondekar Abstract Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are among the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood and frequently coexist. Epidemiological studies consistently report that 30–70% of autistic children exhibit clinically significant ADHD symptoms, while many children with ADHD display autistic traits. Contemporary literature largely attributes this overlap to shared genetic susceptibility, common neurobiological pathways, and overlapping impairments in executive functioning. However, these explanations do not fully address an important clinical observation: many autistic children appear relatively calm during infancy but gradually develop increasing hyperactivity, impulsivity, oppositional behaviour, emotional dysregulation, and aggression over time. This article presents Dr. Kondekar's Developmental ...