Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in social communication and behavior. Regarding education, autistic students may...
Autistic Students and the Public Education System
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Auditory Learner
Avoid Aggressive Eye Contact
Activities: Using Non-Verbal Communication Soft eye contact shows respect and reduces intimidation. Tips Maintain soft eye contact and avoid staring or glaring.
Avoid Arguing or Blaming
Activities: Dealing with Aggressive Behavior Keeps the focus on de-escalating rather than escalating the conflict. Tips Refrain from using phrases that could provoke...
Avoid Dismissive Language
Activities: Active Listening Strategies Prevents invalidating their feelings, which could escalate tension. Tips Refrain from saying, 'It's not a big deal,' or 'You're...
Avoid Interrupting
Activities: Active Listening Strategies Encourages open communication and prevents escalation. Tips Let them finish speaking, even if you feel the need to correct or...
Avoid Judgmental Language
Activities: Build Rapport Non-judgmental language reduces defensiveness and keeps the focus on problem-solving. Tips Replace phrases like 'calm down' with 'let's take a...
Avoid Losing Public High School Credits
For many families, schooling at home is a proactive solution when students face losing valuable high school credits due to unexpected life events, school transfers, or...
Avoid Mirroring Anger
Activities: Managing Personal Emotions Neutral tones defuse tension and signal a lack of threat. Tips If the other person raises their voice or shows aggression, respond...
Avoid Overscheduling
Scheduled breaks prevent students from feeling rushed or overwhelmed. Tip: Include breaks between activities to give students downtime.
Avoid Overwhelming Choices
Activities: Offering Choices to Empower Simplifies decision-making and avoids increasing stress. Tips Limit options to 2-3 simple choices to prevent decision...
Avoid Physical Touch
Activities: Dealing with Aggressive Behavior Prevents further escalation or misunderstanding of intentions. Tips Do not touch them unless absolutely necessary and...
Avoid Sudden Movements
Activities: Creating a Safe Environment Sudden movements can escalate anxiety or defensive behavior. Tips Move slowly and deliberately to prevent triggering further...
