Tag: autism
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Autism and Relationships
Autism Spectrum Disorder is characterised by social and communication deficits, as well as stereotyped behaviours and restricted interests. Due to these characteristics, many autistic individuals become ostracised and subsequently withdrawn from peers, leading people to believe that persons with ASD prefer to be isolated. However, according to research, children with autism perceived their friendship to…
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Social Communication in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Communication challenges have been considered a prime focus area in ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). However, individuals with ASD show a wide range of variability in how they communicate. This can range from differences in the non-verbal communication such as understanding gestures, facial expression, tone of voice and body language to their ability in verbal communication…
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World Autism Awareness Day
What is World Autism Awareness Day? April 2nd….sounds just like any other day, but did you know that it is internationally recognised as World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD)? This special day is dedicated to spreading awareness about ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) and helping everyone to understand what ASD is to create an inclusive and understanding…