If you have just been told that your child or young adult has been diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), this booklet will tell you the main things you need to know.
This booklet has been developed by NHS Education for Scotland and funded by the Scottish Government.
Behaviour
- Challenging behaviour is often an attempt at communication – it’s not being naughty. Try to identify the trigger for the behaviour. Identify sources of anxiety.
- The child may have outbursts of aggression just like a much younger child due to delayed emotional development.
- Be consistent in everything you do. Discuss behavioural issues with others and make sure everyone agrees on the approach to be used.
- Always give advance warning of changes in routine.
Click on the image to download bookletThis booklet is for parents and carers of children and young people who:
- may have autism spectrum disorder (ASD); or
- have already been diagnosed with ASD.
Click on image to download parent guideThis guide was developed and written by parents of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. The examples provided are from their experiences. The information included in this manual is a result of their answer to the question:
When your child was first diagnosed,what information did you need most?
Click on the image to download fact sheetBut there are things that we do know about autism. This fact sheet offers broad information about autism and answers some of the more common questions that parents and families often have about the disorder.
This document was developed through the efforts of the Caring for Washington Individuals with Autism Task Force (ATF), a Governor appointed group comprised of parents and professionals, established in 2005 by the Washington State Legislature. The ATF gathered information and consulted with experts and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) to inform the state and public on:Thirty-one specific recommendations emerged from the work calling for improvement of care and outcomes for individuals with ASD.
- Autism services needed
- Autism rates
- Access to care
- Effectiveness of current services
- Other issues or concerns needed to provide sound policy recommendations
Click on the image to download booklet. The autism spectrum disorders can often be reliably detected by the age of 3 years, and in some cases as early as 18 months.2 Studies suggest that many children eventually may be accurately identifi ed by the age of 1 year or even younger. The appearance of any of the warning signs of ASD is reason to have a child evaluated by a professional specializing in these disorders.Source: NIMH
The Puzzle of Autism is an informational guide for educators who work with students on the autism spectrum. The guide explains the characteristics of autism and suggests effective classroom strategies for improving the communication, sensory, social and behavioral skills of students with autism. The Puzzle of Autism was published by the National Education Association, in collaboration with the Autism Society of America, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and the National Association of School Psychologists.
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