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  2. AAC: Augmentative and Alternative Communication for Autism

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    AAC also helps non-verbal autistic individuals communicate with their peers. Augmentative and alternative communication can include both aided and unaided communication. Unaided Modes. Unaided ...

  3. Autism Resources for Parents and for People on the Spectrum

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    Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, is group of neurological and developmental disorders. Autism affects communication, social functioning, learning, and behavior. According to the Centers ...

  4. Types of Autism: Terminology That’s No Longer Used Today

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    Rett syndrome or Rett disorder has also been called “autism-dementia-ataxia-loss of purposeful hand use syndrome.”. But it’s not included on the autism spectrum. It’s a brain disorder ...

  5. A Neurotypical’s Guide to Speaking to Someone with Autism

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    It just is. Most people with autism have free floating physical anxiety even when we’re happy, and stimming helps keep that under control. If you notice that we’re moving around more than ...

  6. Autism: Symptoms, Causes, Types, and Testing - WebMD

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    National advocacy groups, support groups, your doctor, people on social media with autism, or your school, job, or college can help you navigate a diagnosis. Keep an eye out for other health issues.

  7. Which Therapies Can Help With Autism? - WebMD

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    Speech therapy can improve overall communication. This makes it possible for people with autism to improve their ability to form relationships and function in day-to-day life. Specific goals of ...

  8. High-Functioning Autism: Asperger's, Autism Levels & More

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    This is what most people are referring to when they use the terms high-functioning autism or Asperger’s syndrome. Level 2. People at this level require some outside support on a daily basis ...

  9. Parenting a Child With Autism - WebMD

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    Help for Parents of Children With Autism. If you have a child with autism, it is important to get support. The day-to-day care of children with autism can be stressful.Making sure your child gets ...