Autism Spectrum Disorder – Things You Should Know!

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Autism Spectrum Disorders All You Need to
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• According to a new report released by the Centers
  for Disease Control and Prevention, One in 68
  U.S. children has an Autism Spectrum Disorder
  (ASD), and 35 percent of young adults (ages
  1923) with autism have not had a job or received
  postgraduate education after leaving high school.

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• If youve recently learned that your child has or
  might have an autism spectrum disorder, youre
  probably wondering and worrying about what comes
  next. Listed below are some strategies that can
  help you by making life with an autistic child
  easier.

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• Provide a step-by-step list of instructions for
  completing everyday activities, such as getting
  ready for school or taking a shower. A wall chart
  with pictures illustrating each step can be a
  good way to present this information. This can be
  helpful for higher-functioning children and
  adults.

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• Develop a regular routine for the day, including
  set times for meals, activities, and sleep. Once
  a routine is in place, avoid changing it if
  possible. Children and adults with ASD can become
  extremely upset if their routine is changed.

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• Teach and practice social rules, such as taking
  turns and how to greet people, and provide
  opportunities for the individual to interact with
  others. Strategies such as role-playing can be a
  useful way for helping the person to learn new
  social skills.

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• Enjoy your kids special quirks, celebrate small
  successes, and stop comparing your child to
  others. Feeling unconditionally loved and
  accepted will help your child more than anything
  else.

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• Your Resource For High-functioning Autism And
  Aspergers Syndrome
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