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Some people with autism may not speak at all, but that doesn't mean they have nothing to say. They can learn to communicate by signing. Or even using a computer app. Hearing people can sign even if they can't communicate with words. Or some might learn how to type on a computer to communicate.
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Why can't some autism people talk?
You can hear Autistic people simply by listening to them - whether they talk verbally or communicate via other means. The organisation Autism Speaks has the tagline 'It's time to listen' but they refuse to listen to autistic people...you can't hear unless you listen, and that's when problems arise with people seeking to 'help' autistic people when they don't know what autistic people need or want.
How long does it take to not talk and end up autistic and why?
A person doesn't 'end up' autistic, a person is born autistic. Not all autistic people are non-verbal either.
Can autistic people talk without implants?
Of course! Most autistic people are verbal, those who are non-verbal are normally non-verbal as a direct result of their autism not a physical disability that is preventing them from speaking - thus there is no implant that would help them to talk.
Are autistic people literate?
Autism is a spectrum, so people with ASD (autism spectrum disorder) vary hugely in their abilities. Some cannot read and are very disabled; others are highly literate, with skills above the general population.
How you could adapt your communication for people with autism?
You can recognise that some Autistic people cannot speak or find it difficult to talk face-to-face or via telephone, thus allowing them the option to also communicate ideas via email or letter. Be very clear about what information you're seeking from Autistic people, asking a question may not be enough if the Autistic person doesn't understand what information you're seeking from them.
Why are kids weird?
Not all autistic people are non-verbal. Those who are non-verbal may have physical reasons why they cannot talk, but often it is because autistic people can struggle to go from thinking about talking to actually making themselves talk - some people can remain silent for decades, then suddenly talk.
What is the effects on communication with someone who is autistic?
It's not that different from non-autistic people. Autistic people have brains that may not function as fast and so their answer or response may be completely off of subject or you may not know what they are saying. They usually have their own little world in their head. They may talk to themselves, not be as social, talk about the most random things. Autistic people are different. That's what makes them special. Not that non-autistic people aren't special in their own way.
How do you minimise self talk in autistic children?
Why would you want to minimize self talk in Autistic children?As long as they aren't hurting anyone there's no reason to force a child to go against their nature. In Autistic children self-talk can be a form of stimming so prevent meltdowns, it can also improve social skills for them to be talking to someone...even if it is only themselves.
When can a child become autistic?
This is something that is debatable between physicians. I would suggest you talk to your local physician about it. While some people believe it is acquired around the time communication develops, other think is genetic and happens at birth.
Where can you get information on finding a career in caring for people with autism?
Firstly, within the Autism community identity-first language is used: it's Autistic people, not people with Autism - remember to work with Autistic people you need to learn from their community first.There are many careers you could go into working with Autistic people, you need to identify what area you'd like to work in and then start off looking online for more information. From there talk to careers advisers and look at getting in touch with local organizations in that area of work.
Having a child with autism is making you depressed?
You don't have a child with autism, you have an Autistic child - recognise their identity. Having an Autistic child isn't what makes you depressed, the fact you're ableist towards that child is making you depressed because you believe that child is worth less as an Autistic person.Get away from other 'Autism Moms'/'Autism Parents' and avoid organizations like Autism Speaks which see Autism as a bad thing, go talk to Autistic people and parents who are allies to their Autistic children so you get a better understanding of how to effectively care for your child and stop seeing them as some sort of burden. Your child is not to blame for your depression.
When people have autism do they know they have it?
Presumably, when they are diagnosed they are told. It also depends on how severe the autism is. If it is a mild case, just to do with socialising, they know and usually understand. If it is very severe, like if they cannot talk, then they probably don't know, or understand.
