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MOST PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH ASD are just as proud of their child’s accomplishments as any other parent. They understand the challenges and struggles of raising a child and will likely be happy to celebrate your child’s successes with you.
WE SHOULD RECOGNIZE that their worthiness and value are not defined by their ability to overcome their disabilities.
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ULTIMATELY, THE CRITICAL DIFFERENCE between lowering and changing expectations lies in the mindset and approach taken when setting goals for an autistic child.
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WHILE THE BENEFITS OF socialization and inclusion in general education classes are undeniable, providing individualized support to address academic gaps and promote success is equally important.
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THERE MAYBE PERIODS WHERE NO PROGRESS IS BEING MADE, followed by sudden leaps of growth and development. Regarding progress, we must remember that “there will be years where nothing happens and days where years happen.”
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COMMUNICATION DIFFICULTIES DUE TO LANGUAGE can lead to misunderstandings and perceptions of rudeness, particularly when politeness norms vary across cultures.
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TRADITIONAL DEVELOPMENT MARKERS, such as speech, social interactions, and academic achievements, may not always reflect the true essence of progress for children with autism.
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NOT SHARING WITH YOUR CHILD that they have a disability can have implications on their self-perception and emotional well-being.
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COMMUNICATION IS NOT ONLY ABOUT WORDS, a child can also be “verbal” and communicate by using gestures such as pointing and body language such as frowning, sign language, an iPad device, etc.
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CHILDREN WITH ASD OFTEN STRUGGLE WITH language skills, which heavily impacts their performance in intelligence tests. These tests rely on verbal communication and comprehension, which may be challenging for individuals with ASD.
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ASSESSMENTS’ RESULTS ARE NOT SET IN STONE. Even IQ, especially in young children. In fact, assessments are just a snapshot of a child’s growth in all developmental areas at a given time.
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BEFORE YOU DECIDE IN WHICH DIRECTION TO GO, what to start, or how frequently, it’s critical to learn that autism has become a business because it is profitable. It is fear-based.
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PEOPLE WILL ALWAYS HAVE OPINIONS ON ANYTHING, including your parenting; some will feel compelled to share them. Don’t let this discourage you. You become a parent only by parenting.
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THERE’S NOTHING ESOTERIC ABOUT PARENTING. You show up every day for your kiddo just as you are. My being here is only a gentle pointing to the moon. But please don’t confuse the finger with the moon, articles with real life, or experts with real experience.
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ACCEPTANCE IS A UNIVERSAL BIRTHRIGHT not bound by religion, race, nationality, gender, sex, or disability. Like the ever-present beat of our hearts, acceptance is a condition of being human and often needs to be reminded because we, humans, forget.
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COMMUNICATION IS THE LIFEBLOOD that nourishes our connections and bridges the gaps between individuals. Through communication, we express our thoughts, share our emotions, and forge meaningful relationships. However, for some individuals, such as autistic children, this fundamental aspect of human interaction can be a formidable challenge.
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EMPLOYERS CAN BENEFIT from using support specialists in the hiring process, especially when it comes to hiring individuals with disabilities, including ASD. Employers are more confident hiring employees with ASD when employment support specialists provide education during the hiring process.
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IT IS ESSENTIAL TO TAKE a comprehensive approach to improving employment practices for individuals with ASD by removing organizational and policy barriers. The current recruitment process, from the job description to the interview to employee retention, needs to be revised for neurodiverse candidates.
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AS A RESULT OF AUTISM ACTIVISTS, pushing against traditional view of autism as a disease to be cured, a debate has started that tries to define disability. They seek to determine how autistics and their communities view autism and, therefore, influence the support or intervention that people with ASD will receive.
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IT CAN BE A DAUNTING TASK navigating the world as a parent of a child on the autism spectrum to find and access the services and resources that your child needs and it can become a constant struggle if you do it on your own. By reaching out to teachers, therapists, agencies, church, friends, and family, you can create a network of understanding and compassion that will positively impact your child’s development.
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ASSESSMENTS CAN PROVIDE PARENTS with valuable insights and opportunities for growth. Reviews can shed light on a child’s development, helping parents navigate the unknown and make informed decisions about their child’s education and therapy.
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MATCHING INDIVIDUALS ON THE SPECTRUM with jobs that align with their talents and interests is a crucial step towards creating an inclusive workforce, long-term employment, and significant economic benefits to the economy.
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