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Autism & covid-19 : Understanding autism in context of social distancing Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 4- Observes that all people are now experiencing under lockdown is a lot like life on the autism spectrum. "Fortunately, for the majority, this is all a temporary state right now, it might be several months, but sooner or later, life will begin to return to normal, except for those on the autism spectrum, it will be the same: social distancing, isolation, lack of work..." Offers some tips for maintaining mental health and hopes that "this chain of events in our society will open the doors of understanding, so there could be greater acceptance for all."
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Facing adulthood : any plan has to be driven by housing Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 16-19- Observes that, in the US, there has been tremendous change in how people with autism and other intellectual/developmental disabilities access residential services and housing. Looks at this new wave of residential options and the necessity for forward planning to prepare for this transition.
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Stretching people with autism : Look at what they can do, not what they can't! Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 9- Suggests that autistic individuals at different levels of severity can improve if they are "stretched" just outside their comfort zone. In planning for the future, a gradual transition to new things works best. Recommends that every high school student should learn both work and life skills before they graduate, otherwise they will be in trouble when they age out of the educational system.
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Temple Grandin's COVID-19 lesson Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 30-31- This interview with Temple Grandin draws parallels between the covid lock down and life on the International Space Station. Provides guidelines, based on this model, for households, with or without, an autistic member. Quotes Stephen Hawking as best advice of the day "Concentrate on the things your disability doesn't prevent you from doing well."
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The 'Golden Age' in technology is splitting open the misunderstood 'Opaque Curtain' of nonverbal autism Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 20-23- Describes how technology is providing increasingly appropriate communication tools for nonverbal children with autism. Provides information on the issues that affect the communication potential of children on the spectrum i.e. sensory processing, attention and difficulty with social interaction. Looks at what tools are available and their particular applications.
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The world beyond high school : what is available for students with disabilities? Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 14-15- Describes services available in the United States to advise parents on the options available for children with autism and/or intellectual disability transitioning from high school.
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Time Inn : a welcoming accommodation Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 10-11- Explains that children with sensory processing challenges may be over responsive to any type of unpredictable sensory input. Describes the concept of the "Time Inn" to designate a safe comfortable, attractive place where a child can find asylum when a meltdown is imminent and may be able to self regulate and get back in sync.
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To find their humanity and treasure and keep it : an autistic perspective on social distancing - an interview with Jennifer McIlwee Myers Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 6-8- Reflects on different attitudes to the covid lockdowns i.e. the difference between neurotypicals' and people with autism.
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Transitions : finding the best door Series: Autism Asperger's Digest ; May 2020: 12-13- Discusses the significance of transitions for individuals on the spectrum. Sees the magnitude of high school graduation as significantly greater - "Friends who have been together since early childhood may find themselves on the other side of the country or even in different countries, depending on where their door leads. For high school graduates on the spectrum, the comfort of schedules and routine is about to take a HUGE hit." Discusses ways in which this can be managed and the options available (US).
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