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- Join parent support groups. Or ask understanding family and friends to care for your child so you can recharge. School psychologists and counselors can also provide resources to help you. It can be challenging to interact with a child or grandchild with ASD. But it is one of the most important things you can do to help that child learn.
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Do. ask friends and family if they can help with day-to-day things or just be there to talk to. get advice from other parents of autistic children or autistic adults – find out where to get support. listen to other parents' stories – you can search online for blogs, videos and books.
Try talking to your parent about what you get out of friendships such as companionship, a chance to talk, laugh and share common interests. It can also help to: check with your parent that it's ok to go out, giving them clear details of where you're going, who you’re going with and when you'll be back
As a parent or guardian, it is likely that you will want to better understand your child’s diagnosis and how you can help them. To support you with this, we’ve put together a selection of resources on behaviour and support strategies, friendships, education and employment.
Do use your child's name so they know you're speaking to them. keep language simple and clear. speak slowly and clearly. use simple gestures, eye contact and pictures or symbols to support what you're saying. allow extra time for your child to understand what you have said
Talking With Your Child About Being Autistic. There is no definitive right or wrong way or time to tell your child they are autistic. Be guided by when you feel ready and/or when your child is starting to ask questions.
When and how should I talk to my child about their diagnosis? There is no ‘perfect’ time to talk to a child about their diagnosis, but evidence suggests that gradually helping them to understand themselves early on can lead to increased self-esteem and self-awareness.
How to help with your autistic child's behaviour. Common types of behaviour in autistic children. Some autistic children may behave in ways that put a lot of strain on you and your family. Some common autistic behaviours are: stimming (short for 'self-stimulating behaviour'), a kind of repetitive behaviour.
