Early Memories, Childhood, and Education
In Chapter 1, by Martin Allen, what are the major feelings that the author highlights as a child with Autism?
Expectation, Connection, Autonomy, and Competence
Do boys and girls on the autistic spectrum manifest symptoms differently?
Yes they do
What is Behavior Momentum?
Behavioral momentum refers to the tendency for behavior to persist following a change in environmental conditions. The greater the rate of reinforcement, the greater the behavioral momentum.
What three things are seen as central to our very humanity that many parents believe their children with Autism won't have?
Friendship, Socialization, and Human Interaction
What are some common issues and needs for girls on the autism spectrum? Remember the chart
Affection and safe contact, asking for help, boundaries, cause and effect, comfort, creativity, emotions, empathy, and many more.
What are the six themes of autism highlighted in chapter 24?
1. Sensory Issues
2. Diagnostic Criteria
3. Socializing with Other Autistic Kids
4. Stimming
5. Gender and Sexuality
6. Open-mindedness
What's more important? Teaching your child with autism to fight for their rights or to fit in the society? Why?
Fight for their rights/Open Ended Response
Being sensitive to noises is a big component of challenges for kids on the autism spectrum. True or False?
True
Is there a specific set of guidelines for how people diagnosed with Autism act?
No, everyone is unique and different
According to Karen Lean on page 104, "Sensory experiences can range from ___________ to _________."
Very Painful to highly pleasurable.
What fictional character did the authors mom relate having autism to?
Harry Potter and magic in a world of muggles
Autism spectrum disorder now affects 1 in 68 children. True or False?
True