Children with autism need special techniques to learn social skills. Social story books and reward charts are two effective teaching aids that can be …
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Continue ReadingAsperger’s syndrome is diagnosed in children and adults through the use of assessment scales. Psychiatric and special education professionals …
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Continue ReadingManaging the twin concerns of behavior and learning for children on the autism spectrum can be a challenge for teachers and parents Homework struggles …
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