How to support your child
There are many things you can do to help a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) overcome their challenges.
- Build on your child’s interests.
- Offer a predictable schedule.
- Teach tasks as a series of simple steps.
- Actively engage your child’s attention in highly structured activities.
- Provide regular reinforcement of behavior.
- Involve the parents.
Communication and interaction tips for ASD
- Be patient. …
- Teach the child how to express anger without being too aggressive. …
- Be persistent but resilient. …
- Always stay positive. …
- Ignore irritating attention-getting behavior. …
- Interact through physical activity. …
- Be affectionate and respectful. …
Show your love and interest.