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Ramandeep Kaur1, Tamanna Boobna1, Praseena Kallingal1

  • 1Father Muller College of Speech and Hearing, Mangalore, Karnataka 575002, India.

Research in Developmental Disabilities
|April 3, 2022
PubMed

Insights

The COVID-19 lockdown caused significant developmental regression in Indian children with Autism, impacting daily living, behavior, and schooling. This highlights the need for tailored home-based interventions and improved online support strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Pediatric Psychology
  • Public Health Interventions

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a nationwide lockdown in India from March 2020.
  • Lockdowns significantly disrupted social and communicative life, disproportionately affecting children and adolescents.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents unique challenges during periods of social isolation and routine disruption.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on the developmental trajectory of children with Autism in India.
  • To assess changes in daily living activities, language, behavior, and educational/therapeutic performance.
  • To identify specific challenges faced by children with Autism during the lockdown period.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 30 parents of children with Autism.
  • Parents completed questionnaires assessing child performance pre- and post-lockdown.
  • Data analysis focused on changes in activities of daily living (ADL), language, behavior, school, and therapy performance.

Main Results:

  • Significant regression in overall performance was observed across all assessed domains post-lockdown.
  • Worsening of sleep patterns, attention span, concentration, and sitting behavior were noted.
  • Increased instances of mood swings, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and reduced eye contact were reported.

Conclusions:

  • The lockdown exacerbated challenges for children with Autism, necessitating proactive interventions.
  • Home-based training strategies are crucial for mitigating negative impacts during future crises.
  • The study underscores the importance of effective online therapy and schooling adaptations for children with Autism.
Abstract

Keywords:
Children with AutismCovid-19Indian childrenLockdownPandemic

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