Wawan's Prayer (FULL FILM) Autism in Indonesia

Summary

The transcript narrates two distinct stories. The first part discusses the rise in the value of the Indonesian rupiah and the response needed for this economic change. The second part follows the journey of Wawan, a child with autism. It details his developmental challenges, therapeutic interventions, and his remarkable progress in learning to read and interact. Wawan's story highlights his struggles and successes, the support of his family and teachers, and the financial and emotional toll of his condition. The narrative emphasizes the importance of acceptance and perseverance in overcoming challenges.

Takeaways

• 📈 The rupiah's value has increased significantly against the US dollar, leading to higher exchange rates in banks.
• 🧒 Parents noticed their child's delayed speech and potential autism at an early age, leading them to seek therapy.
• 👨‍⚕️ Initial therapies showed no improvement, but a different therapy at Ulin Hospital helped the child start speaking.
• 📚 Despite challenges, the child learned to read on his own and demonstrated impressive reading skills in kindergarten.
• 👶 The child had emotional outbursts and sensitivity to loud noises, making it difficult to find a suitable school.
• 🏫 A specialized school, Bina Anggita, accepted the child, where he received more understanding and appropriate support.
• 👨‍🎤 The child has a remarkable memory and learning ability, quickly memorizing and recalling information.
• 🛫 Financial burdens are significant for the family, including costs for specialized schooling and travel.
• 🙏 The child's religious practices, including regular prayers, have brought structure and guidance to his life.
• ❤️ The family has accepted the child's condition and believes in supporting his unique strengths and potential.

Q & A

What recent economic development is mentioned in the script?

The value of the rupiah has increased to rival the US dollar, leading banks to pay a higher exchange rate for rupiah.

How did Wawan's parents first notice his developmental delays?

They noticed that Wawan's speech was delayed compared to his peers and that he seemed to ignore them when they tried to get his attention.

What steps did Wawan's parents take after suspecting he had autism?

They read about autism in a newspaper, took him to a therapist who confirmed the diagnosis, and switched him to a different therapy at Ulin Hospital, where he learned how to speak.

What challenges did Wawan face in kindergarten?

Wawan could not sit still like the other children, ran around the school, and often got upset by loud noises, making it difficult for the teachers to manage him.

How did Wawan surprise his kindergarten teacher?

During a dismissal routine where students had to read aloud a word from the blackboard, Wawan read all the words, surprising the teacher who did not realize he could read.

What advice did an elderly healer give about Wawan's condition?

The healer advised focusing on developing Wawan's talent in music and mentioned that a spirit's disturbance might be causing his condition.

What dietary changes were made to help Wawan, and what was the result?

Wawan was given a diet free from wheat flour, cow's milk, artificial coloring, and preservatives. This helped him become calmer and more obedient.

What special bond did Wawan have, and how did he react to a significant event related to this bond?

Wawan had a strong bond with his grandfather. When his grandfather passed away, Wawan sensed it and ran around the boarding house sobbing.

How has Wawan's ability to memorize and learn impacted his life?

Wawan has an exceptional capacity to memorize and learn quickly, which helped him retrieve deleted data from a laptop and perform well in a Koran reading championship.

What is Wawan's routine related to prayer, and how has it influenced his teacher?

Wawan performs his ablutions and wakes up early for the pre-dawn prayer, guiding his teacher, Mr. Yasin, to adopt a similar routine.

Outlines

00:00

📈 Rise of the Rupiah and Early Signs of Autism

The value of the rupiah has increased, rivaling the US dollar, prompting banks to offer higher exchange rates. A child's delayed speech and lack of responsiveness led his parents to discover he had autism through a newspaper article. After an initial ineffective therapy, he was taken to Ulin Hospital, where he eventually learned to speak. Despite challenges in kindergarten, he demonstrated remarkable reading ability, which amazed his teacher. His learning was largely self-taught, and his parents sought various treatments, including from a traditional healer, to help manage his condition.

05:26

🎵 Therapeutic Journey and Special School

A healer advised focusing on music to develop the child's talent and assured a positive future despite his physical weaknesses. The family faced difficulty enrolling him in a suitable school due to his emotional outbursts and sensitivity to loud noises. After failing to find an appropriate elementary school, they were introduced to Bina Anggita in Yogyakarta, where he received specialized attention. The school, founded by Mr. Yasin, started with limited resources but has since grown to provide essential support for children with autism.

10:32

🏠 Boarding Challenges and Dietary Changes

The boarding house initially accommodated only the child, Wawan, who required intensive care. He had difficulty communicating his needs and often expressed frustration through aggressive behavior. The family struggled to understand autism and sought ways to manage it. A therapeutic diet, excluding wheat, cow's milk, and artificial additives, significantly improved his behavior and communication. He formed a strong bond with his grandfather and showed remarkable memory skills, retrieving lost data from a laptop and excelling in a Koran reading championship.

16:07

🙏 Acceptance and Spiritual Growth

Living separately from Wawan was financially burdensome, but his family remained committed to his education and well-being. Wawan's extraordinary memory and learning abilities were highlighted through various achievements. He also exhibited deep religious commitment, guiding his family in prayer practices. His parents accepted his condition as part of a divine plan, finding comfort in the belief that caring for a child with special needs opens a special door to heaven. They focused on helping him thrive, embracing both his strengths and challenges.

21:16

🚖 Final Moments and Gratitude

The script concludes with a brief exchange, where a child expresses gratitude to his father, who then pays for a taxi ride. This final moment underscores the themes of family support and appreciation that run throughout the narrative.

Keywords

💡rupiah

The Indonesian currency mentioned in the script as having increased in value to rival the US dollar. This signifies an important economic development impacting banks and the exchange rate, setting the stage for changes in financial behavior.

💡autism

A developmental disorder affecting communication and behavior, discussed in the script through Wawan's experiences. It illustrates the challenges faced by individuals and families dealing with autism and the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate therapy.

💡therapy

A treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder, which is crucial in Wawan's journey. The script highlights various therapies Wawan underwent, emphasizing the search for effective treatment for his autism.

💡developmental delays

Delays in achieving developmental milestones, which are early indicators of autism in Wawan's case. The script describes how Wawan's speech and social interactions lagged behind those of his peers, prompting concern and subsequent diagnosis.

💡special education

Tailored educational programs for students with special needs. The script mentions the challenges of finding a suitable school for Wawan, ultimately leading to his enrollment in a specialized institution that could accommodate his unique requirements.

💡emotional outbursts

Episodes of intense emotional reactions, often seen in individuals with autism. Wawan's frequent outbursts are a significant challenge for his family, highlighting the need for specialized support and understanding in managing his behavior.

💡self-taught

Learning without direct instruction, as exemplified by Wawan's ability to read. Despite not being explicitly taught, Wawan's remarkable reading skills underscore his unique learning capabilities and potential.

💡therapeutic diets

Dietary interventions aimed at improving health conditions, which played a significant role in calming Wawan's behavior. The script mentions the exclusion of certain foods, which helped reduce his hyperactivity and improve his compliance.

💡spiritual healing

Traditional healing practices involving spiritual beliefs, mentioned in the script when Wawan's family seeks help from an elderly healer. This highlights the diverse approaches families may take in search of solutions for autism.

💡acceptance

The recognition and acceptance of a situation, which is a central theme in the script. Wawan's family gradually comes to accept his autism, focusing on his strengths and providing support to help him flourish.

Highlights

The value of the rupiah has increased to rival the US dollar, leading banks to pay higher exchange rates.

Parents noticed developmental delays in Wawan's speech before he turned one year old, prompting concerns.

A newspaper article on autism led to Wawan being taken to therapy, where he was diagnosed with autism.

Despite two years of therapy with no improvement, a switch to a different therapy at Ulin Hospital helped Wawan learn to speak.

Wawan amazed his kindergarten teacher by reading all the words on the blackboard, despite previously wandering around the classroom.

Traditional healer Pak Haji advised focusing on Wawan's musical talent, believing it would help him improve.

Wawan's parents faced challenges enrolling him in school due to his emotional outbursts and need for specialized attention.

The founding of Bina Anggita School in Yogyakarta provided Wawan with a supportive educational environment.

A boarding arrangement was set up for Wawan at Bina Anggita, initially overwhelming but eventually beneficial.

Therapeutic diets eliminating wheat, cow's milk, artificial coloring, and preservatives significantly improved Wawan's behavior.

Wawan's remarkable memory and self-taught reading abilities were highlighted, showcasing his unique strengths.

Wawan's bond with his grandfather was profound, and he sensed his grandfather's passing, displaying emotional sensitivity.

Financial challenges arose for Wawan's family due to the costs of his specialized education and travel.

Wawan successfully recovered deleted data from a laptop at school, demonstrating his technical skills.

Wawan's success in a Koran reading championship brought pride to his family and school.

Despite early challenges, Wawan's parents have accepted and supported his growth, believing in his potential and strengths.

Religious faith plays a significant role in Wawan's life, guiding him in daily prayers and rituals.

Transcripts

The value of the rupiah has increased to rival the US dollar.

Banks are now paying a higher exchange rate for rupiah.

This is a new development and we must do something new about it.

This is something new for all of us. For us alone.

That’s all for now. Thank you. See you again later.

Before he was one year old, we already noticed something.

His speech was delayed compared to his peers

and if we said to him, "Wawan, look at that,"

he seemed to just ignore us.

Then one day I read in a newspaper about autism.

The description matched his background of developmental delays.

The article also mentioned therapy. So we took him to therapy.

The therapist confirmed he did have autism.

He went to that therapist for two years with no improvement.

He still waved like this.

He played with spoons.

His only toy was a spoon.

When he was little, all he could say was "mama" and "milk."

He was about four to five years old.

We switched him to a different therapy, at Ulin Hospital.

They had therapy for autism. So we took him there.

And that's where he finally learned how to speak.

After that, we send him to kindergarten in a public school.

He could not sit still like the other children. He ran around the school.

In that school, when it was time to go home,

the students read aloud one of the words on the blackboard.

If they can read a word, they are dismissed to go home.

When it was Wawan's turn, he could read all the words!

Maybe his teacher hadn't realized he could read

because during class he would just wander around.

So the teacher was amazed that he could read everything.

His reading capability is amazing.

No one taught him.

He learned on his own.

We hadn't taught him, but he had learned how.

It was hard for us because sometimes he was awake until three AM.

He would jump around until he went to sleep.

I tried to get treatment for him from an elderly healer, a blind man.

People said that he was wise, that he could treat illness.

I went there to ask for help.

Pak Haji, I’d like to ask you Wawan’s future.

His future is good.

But he is physically weak, so don't push him too hard.

Yes.

Focus on the music.

Develop that talent.

He's possessed by a spirit.

The spirit's disturbance made him as he is now.

With Allah's help, Wawan will get better.

Wan, come over here. Pac Haji will give you massage.

Come over here.

Sit down over here with Pak Haji.

In front of me.

In front. Over here.

Alright, it's done.

It's ready.

Put this on his head.

We were slow to enroll him in school. He was already eight.

We couldn't just send him to any school. He needed specialized attention.

He sometimes had emotional outbursts at home.

We were hoping we could find someone who understood why.

I still have scratch marks on my arms.

These faded scars, they are from Wawan.

He did that during one of his outbursts.

Sometimes, the TV seemed to upset him.

He would get angry when we turned it on or if it was too loud.

Even now, he still can't tolerate loud voices.

He finished kindergarten.

But we couldn't enroll him in elementary school,

because the school said they couldn't manage him.

Then a teacher told us that

there was a school in Yogyakarta he might be able to attend.

and she introduced us to Mr. Yasin and Bina Anggita.

I started Bina Anggita with just one student.

Autism wasn't common,

or at least, there wasn't much information about it available.

Thankfully, with God's blessing,

although it wasn't easy and we had many obstacles,

the school we established runs well now.

"Everyone's choice, syrup Niki Sari.

Made from pure and natural ingredients.

Niki Sari is everyone's syrup."

The boarding house began when a friend of mine had a challenging student.

She said, “How about he goes to your school,

and you also provide boarding?”

“What do you mean by boarding?”

“I’m asking for your help.

The child's mother is overwhelmed with him at home."

That child was Wawan.

In the beginning it was just Wawan at the house.

Even though it was just one, it was like we were handling 10 students.

Sometimes I didn’t sleep for 24 hours.

He ran around here and there, and went out of the house.

He talked a lot but he couldn't communicate.

He talked to himself, citing advertisements, etc.

But if I asked if he was hungry, he couldn’t even say so.

He couldn't say “Hungry" "Eat.”

or “I’m hungry" "I want to eat.”

Instead he would get angry and attack people.

He would scratch anyone nearby.

Working with this child really depleted me and my family's time and energy.

What I want to know is the cause of autism.

Is it a virus?

So far there has been no guidance on

how to prevent autism.

We should be able to prevent it, right?

But there is no information, no social programs, available now.

I went to a workshop on therapeutic diets.

And I applied what I learned to him.

He wasn't given anything made with wheat flour, like bread.

No cow's milk, artificial coloring, or preservatives.

This strategy helped very much.

He became calmer and didn't run around so much.

Then he became obedient and started doing what we told him to do.

He's so much better now.

He used to jump around, but now he is calmer.

He can communicate with us.

We understand him better now.

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Presented by Wawan and Bank Syariah Mandiri.

Wawan and Bank Muamalat."

He had a strong bond with his grandfather.

When my father passed away, Wawan somehow sensed it.

He ran around the boarding house, to the back, out the door, sobbing.

People thought, "Why is Wawan crying?"

When I told Mr. Yasin about his grandfather on the phone,

He said, “Oh, that must be why Wawan cried.”

Financially it's been very hard on my business.

Living separately isn't a problem,

but the cost is a big burden.

We also pay for him to fly home twice a year.

But we are doing everything we can, so that our child can learn.

His capacity to memorize is amazing.

He can memorize things very quickly.

And he doesn't forget easily.

He’s a fast learner and doesn't forget easily.

He remembers everything that happened in the last few months.

Mr. Yasin told me at school yesterday about a laptop.

One day, all the data on Mr. Yasin's laptop was deleted.

“How does it possible?” he told the other teacher.

Then they called Wawan,

and asked him to retrieve the data.

Wawan got all the data back.

Last year Wawan passed the local level of Koran reading championship.

He then passed the provincial level.

Thank you Lord. I was very happy. “Oh, Wawan.”

I had planned to go to Surabaya to watch him, but I lost my nerve.

I didn't dare...

I couldn’t do it.

I was afraid that if I watched him, I would just cry.

So I cancelled my trip.

When he hears the call to prayer, he starts his ablutions.

At three AM, for the pre-dawn prayer, he knocks at my door.

He says, “Mr. Yasin, prayer time.”

I used to get up after the dawn prayer. I'd be rushing around.

He has guided me to a great degree.

Now I get up early before the dawn.

We have accepted it.

I believe that children are all same.

They all have strengths and weaknesses.

The most important thing is to help him flourish

and do my best to support him.

We have accepted it.

It’s not our will that our child is like that.

There’s the Supreme Power, who wanted it.

Someone told me, “If God gives us a child with autism or special needs,

there's a special door to heaven for those parents."

Maybe Wawan will help us to get there.

Dad.

What is it?

Thank you.

You are welcome.

Four thousand rupiah for your taxi ride.

Yes.