Providing a routine that your child adheres to on a daily basis can help with managing autism on a daily basis. Try to expose your child to a wide variety of environments and stimulants so that you can expand your horizon and be able to do different activities with them. Using a picture schedule on the wall helps the child know what comes next in their day and if they are unable to communicate, possibly working with a speech pathologist to implement a PECS system into your home
Caring For Someone With ASD
Whether you're a parent of a child with autism or care for someone with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there are ways to handle the emotional and physical challenges and bring out the best in your child. With the help of professionals, parents can develop a better understanding and connection with their child. Schools with special ed programs, therapy and life-skills training can all help a child grow into adulthood. Education, a routine, help from support groups and following through with recommended therapies also contribute to the quality of life for children with more severe symptoms. Learn more about caring for a child with ASD with expert advice from Sharecare.
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See All 2 AnswersThe Internet can lead you to local and national support groups, and some private institutions/facilities may be available to assist parents with an adult child with autism, even providing adult daycare services. More options are available for children, however, because of the increase in public awareness of autism over the past 10 years and as more programs become available. You may check with a Speech Language Pathologist in your community who may be aware of various local resources. Some states may have disability resources that can be accessed as well. -
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See All 2 AnswersSome government-run preschool facilities like Head Start can and do provide additional assistance with autistic children. Parents whose children attend private preschool may have to pay out of pocket for assistance unless they are able to get their insurance to pay.