One of the most difficult things “neurotypical” (a term used by some adults with AS to describe people without AS) educators to understand is the effect of deficits in theory of mind and perspective-taking on the behavior of students with AS. The term “theory of mind” (ToM) was original used in relation to the psychological [...]
The AARC has prepared Autism Spectrum Information Packets that are available at no cost to residents of the state of Alaska. Click the title above to see details.
Federal and state laws require that educational programs for individuals with special needs including autism be designed to meet the unique needs of each student. Educational approaches are not one size fits all. What works for one child with ASD may have little of no impact on another. The key to designing an appropriate program [...]
Individuals with ASD typically require instructional strategies specifically designed to meet his/her unique needs. The following strategies are key components of programs for individuals with ASD. These strategies are necessary to facilitate skill acquisition by many learners on the spectrum. Strategies are effective across home, school, work, and community settings. * Visual Supports ? The [...]
Biomedical interventions are frequently part of a comprehensive treatment program for individuals with ASD. Although there currently is not a cure for ASD, medical treatments are often indicated. Medications – although there is not currently a medication to specifically treat ASD, there are many medications that can be very effective in treating some of the [...]
Although ASD is not caused by diet, there have been reports of some success in controlling certain symptoms using dietary interventions. * Gluten / Casein Free Diet ? some individuals with ASD experience limited tolerance or allergies to certain foods especially the proteins gluten and casein, which are found in wheat, rye, oat, and dairy [...]
* Sensory Integration Therapy (SI) - Individuals with ASD frequently have significant sensory challenges ? hypo- or hype- sensitivity to sound, touch, smells, taste, and visuals. In addition, they may experience difficulties with integrating sensory systems. SI can be a very effective intervention to remediate sensory issues. SI includes an assessment by a person training [...]
Autism is described as a spectrum disorder because, although individuals with autism have many things in common: the number and kind of symptoms an individual demonstrates is variable severity of symptoms varies across individuals severity of symptoms can vary within an individual during his lifetime there can be unlimited combinations of symptoms in different individuals
Mission To increase understanding and support for Alaskans of all ages with autism spectrum disorder via collaboration with families, schools and communities throughout the state. Objectives Provide referral information to families seeking diagnostic and support services for their family member with ASD. Team with other organizations and agencies to broaden the scope and availability of [...]
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