Facts
Famous People
Characteristics
Communication
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100

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

100

Who was the woman with ASD that had a movie made about her? 

Temple Grandin

100

What do many people with autism have trouble doing with their eyes when speaking to people?



Giving good eye contact

100

What are the 2 types of language, and communication that people with Autism may have trouble with?

Verbal communication

Non-verbal communication

100

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.   

200

Which gender is 4x more likely to have Autism? 

Boys

200

Who was a computer mogel that became wealthy that is said to have Autism?

Bill Gates

200

What type of behavior is hand flapping, finger flicking, twirling objects, rocking etc. called? 

Self Stimulatory Behaviors

or

Repetitive Motor Movements

200

What is one example of non-verbal communication?

facial expressions

gestures

posture

body language

eye contact

200

How does someone get Autism?

You are born with it

300

What is the symbol of Autism Awareness?

                             or

Do you know the new symbol?

The puzzle piece


The new symbol is the infinity sign

300

Who was a famous brilliant scientist who is said to have had Autism?

Albert Einstein

300

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

300

What is the term called when one repeats words/phrases heard?

Echolalia

300

What is Autism?

It is a developmental disability

400

What does ASD stand for?

Autism Spectrum Disorder

400

What famous actor from the movie Grease had a son with Autism?

John Travolta

400

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

400

What type of service/therapy helps someone with speech and language delays?

Speech and Language therapy

Early Intervention

400

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

500

What are the 2 main skill areas that are affected by Autism?

Social Skills and Communication

500

Who is a famous composer who is said to most likely have had ASD?


Mozart

500

What are considered to be early signs/symptoms of Autism?  

Give 2 examples

lack of eye contact

delay in speech

repetitive behaviors

sensory defensiveness

500

Some people with Autism communicate using pictures.  What is the name of this communication system?

PECS

Picture Exchange Communication System

500
It is said that the brain of someone with Autism is considered to be neurodivergent.  What does that mean?

it means their brain may work differently than someone who does not have Autism, with a neurotypical brain.