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When Can Literal Thinking Present a Problem?

One of the biggest issues that children with autism and related disorders encounter with   literal thinking   is difficulty understanding abstract thoughts and concepts. While neurotypical people may find it easy to use idioms such as “under the weather”, or “piece of cake”, various studies have found that “children with ASD face greater difficulty than normal children in understanding idioms; they fail to consider social context and tend to interpret expressions literally.” For example, if they are told that information came “straight from the horse’s mouth, this could be a point of confusion for them. More generally, this thought pattern also means that children with ASD may also be more straight to the point when communicating with others, which can sometimes appear as though they are being rude. While this is not the case, it can make it harder for them to communicate, especially among others within their age group. However, there are many ways in which you can encourage y...
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Why Do Children with Autism Benefit from Social Stories?

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  Children with autism often thrive in routine environments. When they know what to expect out of each day, they can prepare themselves accordingly. New situations, even “fun” ones, such as a playdate with a friend, are a clear deviation from the norm, which, for many, can therefore be challenging. Social stories  help to reduce their fears and anxieties surrounding this by taking the “unknown” out of the scenario. They provide them with a frame of reference that deepens their understanding of new social situations. As such, this can play a key role in encouraging children to broaden their horizons moving forward.
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5 Tips for Homeschooling Autistic Children

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  Homeschooling Autistic Children In recent months, many parents have begun homeschooling their children as a result of school closures across the globe. This is a difficult task for any parent. However, homeschooling children with autism creates even greater challenges. When homeschooling an autistic child, it is necessary to provide a healthy balance of support and education. At Alee, we help families and children by offering a range of therapies and support at our autism clinic to ensure each child reaches their full potential. With this in mind, we’ve put together 5 tips for homeschooling autistic children! When homeschooling autistic children: 1) Follow a routine. Your child is used to following a specific schedule. Usually, this means getting up early, having breakfast and heading off to school! Try your best to follow this routine. When homeschooling autistic children, start your ‘classes’ at the same time every day. Also, take breaks and do your best to mirror the classroom...
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