Aural Therapy – The Benefit of Using Music to Soothe Children with Autism

Autism – A Natural Treatment!

Although this approach is fairly underrated, music is a powerful tool. Parents with autistic children may want to try and implement this strategy for their youngsters. In our brains, we have a non-verbal sensory aka Nonverbal Neurology. Music has the strength to make a connection with the Limbic System in our brains. The limbic functionality is highly responsible for our body’s memory and emotional state. And this plays a key role as to why music is therapeutic!

Additional Characteristics of Autism:

  • Monotone Voice

  • Lack of Emotion

  • Unprovoked Tantrums

  • Nonsensical Actions / Reactions

Children who shows difficulty with conveying their thoughts via speech, are known to have characteristics linked to autism. (Keep in mind that other factors should be taken into consideration.) After proper diagnosis from your Pediatrist, medication can be obtained. However, natural remedies are worth a shot too. Aural Therapy enhances a child’s behavioral skills, learning and social skills as well as improve their overall mood. As parents, we’re constantly on the lookout for a positive outcome of our children’s development. So, in your spare time, it’s encouraged that you do a little more digging into other Parents / Patients that had well-desired results.

Musically Incline Autistic Spectrum

MUSIC brings a level of peace; placing a child to enter the space of non-threatening temperament. What’s one tip you should incorporate (in conjunction) with this method? Eye-Contact! Motivating your autistic child to keep steady eye contact while singing and/or playing musical instruments can help breakdown barriers! Many believed those with autism do exceptionally well with music. They’re able to sing in-tune and play instruments with little to no guidance. Clapping of the hands, stomping of the feet, dancing, humming along are all perfect things to do while listening to rhythmic beats.

Autism – One Size Fits All?

Mental Awareness will likely increase, the more their speaking skills are put to use. As you might have noticed, normal communication is quite challenging for autism kids. Sounds like grunting and other non-word cues are heard. They also make inaudible sounds, have meltdowns or even cry. Please note that autism is Not “one size fits all.” In fact, many patients are totally capable putting together full-out sentences, phrases and ideas while conversing in a “normal” way.

By using music as a technique, Aural Therapy can work wonders with children who’s considered as being autistic. Trained professionals can apply music to their teaching routine and unleash a powerful dynamic of nonverbal communication… Making things a bit easier for children to grasp knowledge ~ regardless of their disorder. Every youngster deserves the absolute best this illustrious world has to offer. Let’s allow music to provide us with a head start!

If you’re a parent that may be ashamed or embarrassed of how you’re feeling when dealing with the stress autism can cause on yourself and your entire family, just know that you’re NOT ALONE. Just know that you’re NOT A FAILURE. Please have the courage to join a support group for parents of children with autism. It can be breath of fresh air surrounding yourself in a common-ground environment. Non-judgement is given to you❤️

PARENTS

Stay Strong… We Believe In YOU!