Resources
Here's a list of valuable resources that you can use to learn how to provide care to your child.
Communication
- Explaining Autism Using Everyday Examples https://pathfindersforautism.org/articles/newly-diagnosed/parent-tips-explaining-autism-using-everyday-examples/explaining-autism-using-everyday-examples/
Puberty’s Education
- Puberty and privacy – teaching children with disabilities: https://vkc.vumc.org/
- Puberty, Autistic Teens & Hygiene: https://youtu.be/pzIlgty2EOw
- Puberty and Adolescence Resource: https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/atnair-p-puberty-and-adolescence-resource
Safety
- Wandering prevention: https://www.autismspeaks.org/wandering-prevention
- Creating safety plans for people with autism: https://www.autismspeaks.org/safety-plans
Treatment
- Treatment and Intervention Services for Autism Spectrum Disorder: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/treatment.html
Training
- WHO eLearning Caregiver Skills Training for Families of Children with Developmental Delays or Disabilities https://openwho.org/courses/caregiver-skills-training
- Autism Speaks – https://www.autismspeaks.org
- Potty training guide: https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit/atnair-p-toilet-training-guide