Autism Knowledge
Autism affects three main areas: communication, social interaction, and ______
Behaviour
People with autism may communicate or learn in ______ ways.
Different
Myth
What is Autism?
Autism is a developmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts with others, and experiences the world.
This famous environmental activist from Sweden uses her strong focus and passion to fight climate change.
Greta Thunberg
People with autism might enjoy routines because they help them feel ______ and ______.
safe and comfortable
Autism is usually noticed at this age or younger.
( 1 - 17)
Myth
How can you include someone who communicates and interacts differently from you?
(group setting, school, work etc)
Being patient and listening
Use clear and simple language
Respecting their communication style
Be kind and understanding
The inventor of Tesla and SpaceX
Elon Musk
People with autism may have strong ______ or special ______
Interests / skills
In Canada, about 1 in this many children are diagnosed with autism
1 in 50
Myth
why is it important to understand that peoples brains work differently?
Understanding that people’s brains work differently helps us know that there’s no one “right” way to think or learn. It reminds us that everyone has unique strengths and needs, and that differences make our community better.
Who sings the hit song "Chandelier”
Sia
This term is used because autism can look different for everyone, with a wide range of strengths and challenges.
Spectrum
This month is Autism Awareness Month in Canada.
April
Fact or Myth: autism is a neurodevelopment condition and is present from birth
Fact
What is there to learn from people who see and experience the world differently from you?
We can learn new ways of seeing the world, understanding others, and solving problems. People who experience things differently teach us kindness, patience, and that everyone has something special to share.
This actor played Charlie, a man discovering his brother has autism, in Rain Man.
Tom Cruise
Autism is usually diagnosed by this type of professional
psychologist (doctor)
In Canada, autism is called this type of condition
Neurodevelopmental disorder
Fact or Myth: Autism is a spectrum because it presents in a wide range of symptoms and affects everyone with it in different ways in terms of strengths and challenges
Why is autism a spectrum?
Autism is a spectrum because each person’s experience is unique. Some may need more support, and others less. It shows the wide range of abilities and differences within autism.
This comedian and actor from Ghostbusters has spoken about his autism and how it helped him focus on his interests.
Dan Aykroyd