Children with autism have different sensory experiences. Their response is usually stuck in repetitive flight, fight, or freeze modes. This results in blood getting diverted to the skeletal system from the digestive system. This leads to disrupted digestion, shallow breathing, and a faster heart rate. They experience anxiety as a result.
Yoga for Autistic Children – At the Institute, we teach Yogendra Pranayamas that are easy to follow. We practice abdominal IV pranayama and other relaxation methods like Shavasana, Nisphanda Bhava. Mindfulness can be incorporated into yoga actions and breathing to teach children and their caregivers compassion and self-awareness. These techniques all work to calm down the children.
Yoga techniques help children concentrate and sit still for a longer period. Meditation helps them clear their minds of clutter. Positive songs and music help them to stay positive.