{"id":263,"date":"2023-05-15T16:57:28","date_gmt":"2023-05-15T16:57:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/opec\/?p=263"},"modified":"2024-12-09T22:43:43","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T22:43:43","slug":"living-with-autism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/opec\/living-with-autism\/","title":{"rendered":"Living with Autism"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-beaver-orange-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/opec\/vivir-con-autismo\/\">Espa\u00f1ol<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>By Megan McQueen<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As an educator, I have worked with many people who have autism. No two of these people have been the same (of course). Sometimes there are common traits among them, but not always. Unlike other neurodiverse syndromes, I can\u2019t just look up their condition to better understand them. I need to get to know each person individually to learn how best to support them. April is Autism Acceptance Month; let\u2019s learn more about autism and how we can best support those we care about who are autistic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As autism presents in various ways, know that not all of this information may apply to everyone, but it can be a starting place for you to fine-tune your understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Autism?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/autism\/facts.html\">CDC describes autism<\/a> as \u201ca developmental disability caused by differences in the brain.\u201d Other people describe autism as a<a href=\"https:\/\/drdansiegel.com\/mind-emotion-and-the-spectrum-of-autism\/\"> neurological variation<\/a> or neurodiversity. Learning, communication, interactions with others, and behaviors may be different than in neurotypical people. Stereotypes about people with autism include that they are non-verbal or anti-social. For many autistic people (some prefer people-first language: a person with autism, others prefer leading with the label of autistic), this is not true; they can maintain fulfilling relationships. But often, a common sign of autism is different interpersonal skills. Sometimes autistic people avoid eye contact or have delayed connections as a young child (not smiling at a caregiver, delayed language, etc.) A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/milestones\/index.html\">milestone checklist<\/a> may be helpful when talking with pediatricians about concerns. A diagnosis may happen at any point in a person\u2019s lifetime. People with autism often have repetitive behaviors or interests\/obsessions, such as repeating phrases, organizing objects, or sensory sensitivities. Early intervention can be a powerful tool in supporting a child\u2019s development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seeking Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are caring for a child with some of the above descriptions of autism, reach out to your pediatrician. You may also find connections with your personality, prompting a discussion with your doctor. Children with autism can benefit significantly from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/ncbddd\/actearly\/parents\/states.html\">early intervention<\/a> to build strengths and skills. All caregivers love their children. All caregivers can become frustrated with their parenting situation at times. Sometimes, people with autism communicate differently than neurotypical people. As a parent, you may miss connections like hugs, \u201cI love you\u2019s,\u201d or other bonding moments. Perhaps opening our minds to different ways our children display their love for us can expand our definitions of love. Maintain loving relationships (including with yourself) that feed you. Consider adding practice to your days of writing, texting, or thinking about different ways you unconditionally love your child or what you appreciate about them. Build a support network for your family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social Communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, people with autism struggle to read typical social cues or communicate in familiar ways. There are incredible options for building these skills. Working with a speech pathologist through early intervention or within public schools, you may hear about using assistive technology &#8211; an app with buttons your child can push to \u201cspeak\u201d for them. Some people use sign language to communicate. Some older kids and adults share with others that they have autism, so their peers or colleagues can adjust their expectations for their communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Emotional Regulation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people with autism can benefit from guidance regulating their emotions. As with most other lessons we want to impart, modeling effective strategies can be an important way to teach these skills. We also benefit from building our regulation skills while navigating challenging parenting situations. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pbs.org\/parents\/thrive\/use-your-words-learning-to-express-emotions-without-tantrums\">Dr. Shauna Tominey writes about playful ways<\/a> to teach our children to feel and share their emotions, such as making faces and guessing which emotion we display. Autism Speaks addresses <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autismspeaks.org\/information-topic#behavioral\">specific behavior challenges<\/a> that arise and resources to plan for them. A variety of therapy options are available as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I want to leave us with some thoughts from <a href=\"https:\/\/drdansiegel.com\/mind-emotion-and-the-spectrum-of-autism\/\">Dr. Dan Siegel<\/a> that make me feel hopeful and inspired to act. \u201c&#8230;we can imagine, create, and implement new approaches to helping those [with autism] \u2026The time is now to make such strides in both our cultural understanding and practical application of science to support our human family across the spectrum of our varied and challenging lives.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Books for kids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/p\/books\/all-cats-are-on-the-autism-spectrum-kathy-hoopmann\/14742397?ean=9781787754713\"><em>All Cats Are On the Autism Spectrum<\/em><\/a> by Kathy Hoopman<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.indiebound.org\/search\/book?keys=come+on%2C+calm\"><em>Come On, Calm!<\/em><\/a> By Kelsey Brown<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/p\/books\/don-t-hug-doug-he-doesn-t-like-it-carrie-finison\/14602554?ean=9781984813022\"><em>Don\u2019t Hug Doug<\/em><\/a> by Carrie Finson, illustrated by Daniel Wiseman<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/p\/books\/a-friend-for-henry-books-about-making-friends-children-s-friendship-books-autism-awareness-books-for-kids-jenn-bailey\/7584696?ean=9781452167916\"><em>A Friend for Henry<\/em><\/a> by Jenn Bailey, illustrated by Mika Song<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/p\/books\/wiggles-stomps-and-squeezes-calm-my-jitters-down-lindsey-rowe-parker\/14938295?ean=9781952782688\"><em>Wiggles, Stomps, and Squeezes Calm My Jitters Down<\/em><\/a> by Lindsey Rowe Parker<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Books &amp; Websites for adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/autisticadvocacy.org\/\">Autistic Self Advocacy Network<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/awnnetwork.org\/\">Autistic Women &amp; Nonbinary Network<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/p\/books\/unmasking-autism-discovering-the-new-faces-of-neurodiversity-devon-price\/17622818?ean=9780593235232\"><em>Unmasking Autism<\/em><\/a> by Devon Price, PhD<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/p\/books\/we-re-not-broken-changing-the-autism-conversation-eric-garcia\/16104649?ean=9780358697145\"><em>We\u2019re Not Broken<\/em><\/a> by Eric Garcia<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Megan McQueen is a warmhearted teacher, coach, consultant, and writer. She grounds her work in empathetic education, imparting a strong sense of community and social skills to those with which she works. Megan prioritizes emotional learning and problem solving skills. When not at work, she is most likely playing with her husband, two children, and pup.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Learn more about the&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"http:\/\/www.health.oregonstate.edu\/opec\"><em>Oregon Parenting Education Collaborative<\/em><\/a><em>&nbsp;and read&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oregonstate.edu\/opec\/\"><em>our blog<\/em><\/a><em>!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Megan McQueen As an educator, I have worked with many people who have autism. No two of these people have been the same (of course). Sometimes there are common traits among them, but not always. Unlike other neurodiverse syndromes, I can\u2019t just look up their condition to better understand them. 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