Facts
What is the most recent number of people being diagnosed with ASD?
1 in 36
It used to be 1 in 54 and before that 1 in 110
Who was the woman with ASD that had a movie made about her?
Temple Grandin
What do many people with autism have trouble doing with their eyes when speaking to people?
Giving good eye contact
What are the 2 types of language, and communication that people with Autism may have trouble with?
Verbal communication
Non-verbal communication
What does IEP stand for?
What is an Individualized Education Plan?
An IEP is used in schools for many people who may need extra help, support or therapies in a particular area.
Which gender is 4x more likely to have Autism?
Boys
Who was a computer mogel that became wealthy that is said to have Autism?
Bill Gates
What type of behavior is hand flapping, finger flicking, twirling objects, rocking etc. called?
Self Stimulatory Behaviors
or
Repetitive Motor Movements
What is one example of non-verbal communication?
facial expressions
gestures
posture
body language
eye contact
How does someone get Autism?
You are born with it
What is the symbol of Autism Awareness?
or
Do you know the new symbol?
The puzzle piece
The new symbol is the infinity sign
Who was a famous brilliant scientist who is said to have had Autism?
Albert Einstein
What are sensory areas someone with ASD may have trouble with?
Name at least one
loud noises, lights, taste and sensitivity to touch or different textures
What is the term called when one repeats words/phrases heard?
Echolalia
What is Autism?
It is a developmental disability
What does ASD stand for?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
What famous actor from the movie Grease had a son with Autism?
John Travolta
Give one example of how Autism affects someone's social skills?
- difficulty making friends
- trouble with eye contact
- inability to understand body language, non-verbal cues and behavior
What type of service/therapy helps someone with speech and language delays?
Speech and Language therapy
Early Intervention
ABA is a therapy that is used to help teach people with Autism focusing on socially significant behaviors. What does ABA stand for?
Applied Behavior Analysis
What are the 2 main skill areas that are affected by Autism?
Social Skills and Communication
Who is a famous composer who is said to most likely have had ASD?
Mozart
What are considered to be early signs/symptoms of Autism?
Give 2 examples
lack of eye contact
delay in speech
repetitive behaviors
sensory defensiveness
Some people with Autism communicate using pictures. What is the name of this communication system?
PECS
Picture Exchange Communication System
it means their brain may work differently than someone who does not have Autism, with a neurotypical brain.