Autism and The Arts by Kelly Jean Sullivan

  

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Art fits naturally with autism in that it can help those with autism express themselves through images while also being a soothing activity. Face to face interactions, such as conversations can be stressful for those with autism, which makes it difficult to understand what the individual is feeling or thinking

Just some of the ways in which art therapy is useful to children on the autism spectrum include: Enhanced communication through creative expression. Improved imagination and greater abstract thinking. The ability to build stronger relationships while encouraging children with autism to see other people's perspectives.

Are autistic kids more artistic?

New research has found that people with high levels of autistic traits are more likely to produce unusually creative ideas. Summary: People with high levels of autistic traits are more likely to produce unusually creative ideas, new research confirms.