Tongue Thrusting and Autism by Kelly Jean Sullivan

 

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Tongue thrust and other oral behaviors are considered examples of stimming—the term used to describe repetitive movements or noises, which autistic children and teens often do as a coping mechanism during overwhelming situations. However, there are other oral signs that may be evident in a child with ASD