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The Autistic Self Advocacy Network ( ASAN) is an American 501 (c) (3) nonprofit advocacy organization run by and for individuals on the autism spectrum. ASAN advocates for the inclusion of autistic people in decisions that affect them, including: legislation, depiction in the media, and disability services.
The Autism Directory in England awards an "Autism Friendly" mark to those companies that undergo The Autism Directory's free autism awareness training. It shows that this particular company has a basic awareness of autism and acts as a good indicator to any potential autistic customers; Autism Research Institute (US) National Autistic Society (UK)
Autistic meltdown describes an intense, often uncontrollable response to an overwhelming situation experienced by some autistic individuals. Irritability or tantrum is the term used historically to describe the behavior. Angry outbursts in autistic people have been referred to as meltdowns which manifest as an intense reaction. [1]
June 10, 2024 at 5:36 AM. [Getty Images] Adults and teens concerned about their screen time are turning in their smartphones for “dumber” models. Buried in the settings of many smartphones is ...
This article may require copy editing for grammar, style, cohesion, tone, or spelling. You can assist by editing it. (June 2024) (Learn how and when to remove this message) Medical condition Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder People with ADHD struggle more than others to sustain their attention on some tasks (such as schoolwork), but may maintain an unusually intense level of attention ...
To really connect with kids, he said, it’s best to get deeper into the pressures they face when it comes to social media, and validate that those are real pressures. “I think that’s one of ...
High-functioning autism is characterized by features similar to those of Asperger syndrome. The defining characteristic recognized by psychologists is a significant delay in the development of early speech and language skills, before the age of three years. [12] The diagnostic criteria of Asperger syndrome exclude a general language delay. [14]
The Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children (TEACCH) philosophy recognizes autism as a lifelong condition and does not aim to cure but to respond to autism as a culture. [2] Core tenets of the TEACCH philosophy include an understanding of the effects of autism on individuals; use of assessment to ...