Using props such as Mask, face paint and even rehearsing lines for the play has improved eye contact, attention span and gross motor skills among individuals with ASD. 

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By playing a role, drama therapy improves social awareness, imagination, communication, sympathy, empathy and cognition among individuals with ASD. 

ASD and Drama Therapy 

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Use of Drama Therapy Techniques and ASD

Drama therapy includes role playing, storytelling and using tools which has been found to be used as therapy for ASD individuals to help with anxiety, depression, isolation, wellness and social and emotional skills. 

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