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Autism definition/causes

  • Brain disorder
  • Problems with communication and behaviors. *Cognitive delay in some cases
  • Dual diagnosis with ASD- examples: ADHD, anxiety and depression.
  • Social interaction in group settings needs improvement all stages of life.
  • Community involvement is a must such as participating in social groups, events or even volunteering opportunities.
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy and ABA services for self-regulation or behavioral issues.
  • Conversation issues in groups.
  • Stemming
  • Sensory overload
  • Behavior therapy
  • Communicating wants and needs issues.
  • Activities of Daily Living assistance based on independency.
  • Fine and sensory motor skills in group settings or individual settings.
  • Nonverbal autism individual - they use American Sign Language (ASL) or augmentative communication device (AAC) or assistive technology to communicate.

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Updated 2024-08-21

Contributors are:

Nicole Medeiros
Nicole Medeiros
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Who are from:

Bridgewater College
Bridgewater College
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Disability Studies

Psychology

Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Educational Psychology

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