Digital autism - causes, symptoms and fighting

Abstract

Digital autism is a serious problem these days that negatively affects the normal functioning of millions of people around the world. It affects especially children who, due to progressive development in various spheres of their lives are particularly exposed to its negative effects consequences that manifest themselves mainly in the social sphere. It's mainly about the child's isolation or difficulties in establishing relationships. They are accompanied by shyness, fear and extinguishing the need for contact with other people in the real world. In the later period, this can lead to loneliness and various types of mental disorders - anxiety, depression or social phobia. As a result of reduced neuroplasticity, new connections in the brain do not develop and independent thinking disappears, memory deteriorates, etc. Over time, the child is unable to properly express his emotions, especially the positive ones (e.g. hugging, joy, etc.). information suggests that the problem of digital autism, especially among children and adolescents, is a very serious problem that should be counteracted. The sooner the intervention, the greater the chance of eliminating or at least reducing it negative effects. Due to the commonness of the phenomenon, it may be necessary to seek the help of a specialist - a psychologist or psychotherapist, who will help to properly diagnose the problem and find appropriate remedies. However, it should be remembered that treatment is usually long-term, and some changes are difficult to heal. Good cooperation between parents, school and qualified specialists, however, gives a chance to achieve success and eliminate the negative effects, especially the mental and emotional ones.

Keywords

• child development
• digital technologies
• autism spectrum
• digital autism
• developmental disorders in children