Autism is a neurological disorder that is found in an increasing amount of children. Statistics show that it is more commonly found in males than females. The number of those diagnosed with Autism has increased greatly in the past three decades. This presents a unique challenge for schools and parents dealing with autism and school-aged children.
Autism and school do not always go hand-in-hand. It has been shown that children with autism can demonstrate unusual abilities and behaviors such as memorization of trivia and other rare talents. Children with autism and schoolmates may have difficulty interacting as autistic children show less likelihood of understanding nonverbal communication, responding to emotions, and turn-taking.
Schools for children with special needs, including Autism, have been created in response to this challenge. These special needs schools can greatly benefit children with autism spectrum disorders. For one thing, these schools are staffed with specialists trained in working with special needs students. These programs offer learning activities for children with Autism as well as resources for children with Autism. Your child with will have the necessary stimulation, care, and engagement necessary for a successful educational experience.
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