Wellness and Autism By Kelly Jean Sullivan

 

Can someone with mild autism live a normal life?

The simple answer to this question is yes, a person with autism spectrum disorder can live independently as an adult.

What are some coping skills for autism?

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What to do during a very loud, very public meltdown

1. Be empathetic. Empathy means listening and acknowledging their struggle without judgment. ...
2. Make them feel safe and loved. ...
3. Eliminate punishments. ...
4. Focus on your child, not staring bystanders. ...
5. Break out your sensory toolkit. ...
6. Teach them coping strategies once they're calm.

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5 Important Exercises for Autistic Kids

1. Bear crawls. Bear crawls help develop body awareness, improve coordination and motor planning, and build strength in the trunk and upper body. ...
2. Medicine ball slams. ...
3. Star jumps. ...
4. Arm circles. ...
5. Mirror exercises.