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Here are 12 facts about Autism.

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Fast Facts About Autism (World Autism Awareness Day)

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Here is a link to a downloadable pdf for a parents' guide to supporting their child with Autism.

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A Parent's Guide to Autism

If your child has recently been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, you have come to the right place.

A Parent's Guide to Autism was developed as part of Autism Speaks' series of Family Support Tool Kits to support you and promote a positive future for your child and family during an often challenging time.

You are not alone in this journey and this guide is a step toward finding the help you need to travel the road to optimal outcomes for you, your child and your family.
Sections include:

Response to the Diagnosis

Your Role as a Parent

Ten Things a Parent Can Do to Help their Child with Autism

Building a Support Network

Taking Care of Yourself

Personal Story: How I Let Go of My Expectations and Learned Unconditional Love

Frequently Asked Questions

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A Parent's Guide to Autism | Autism Speaks

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Click here to download the Autism Speaks Parent's Guide to Autism - a tool to support parents after a new autism diagnosis.

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Here is a link to help teachers' knowledge on autism (National)

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What are common characteristics of a person with Autism?

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- Use behavior praise
- Teach motor/verbal imitation
- Model social interaction/taking turns

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- Let the child know what will happen next.
- Give options/choices
- Use a schedule
- Try to steer away from saying "no" or "stop"

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In order to support children with autism in the school environment, there are a few things needed to know how to help. Establishing a routine, managing changes, communicating clearly, and building a relationships are all ways to help get them used to this environment.

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Most children with autism are placed in a general special needs classroom in the local public school.

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Identification Procedures and Service Delivery

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Identification Procedures and Service Delivery

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There is no medical test to diagnose the disorder. Doctors look at the child’s developmental history and behavior to make the diagnosis. The doctor will also perform developmental monitoring. The doctor will ask the child's parent/guardian questions about the child’s development or will talk and play with the child to see if they are developing and/or meeting milestones.

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-Difficulty interacting socially/communicating
- Repetitive patterns of behavior
- Enhanced interest
- Intense reaction to the way things look, taste, smell, or feel.

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"ASD"