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Understanding Autism
What is Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disorder characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as by unique strengths and differences.(autismspeaks.org)
Feel free to contact the Beaufort County Autism Team with questions or concerns:
Characteristics of Autism
-Trouble Concentrating-Sensitivity to light and sound
- Behaviors when upset such as hitting, kicking, yelling, crying
-Difficulty with receptive language
-Difficulty with large crowds
-Repetitive phrases or words
-Trouble with coordination
- Sensitivity to touch
-Difficulty with eye contact
Christy Kelder: ckelder@beaufort.k12.nc.us
252-923-3251
Maria Morris: mmorris@beaufort.k12.nc.us
252-946-6593
Kim Reel: kreel@beaufort.k12.nc.us
252-946-3941
Kimberly Gibbs: kgibbs@beafuort.k12.nc.us
252-940-6580
Jennifer Williams: jwilliam@beaufort.k12.nc.us
252-946-6593
How to Interact with Someone who has Autism
-Use a calm voice
-Give an adequate amount of time for child to respond
-Give multiple means of communication (verbal, pictures, choices)
-Try to stay within the same routine the child is familiar with
-Use pictures or visual representation with a task
- Try and avoid sarcasm or figurative language
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