Suggestions for interacting with non-verbal people with autism: Am rewriting Sarah Stupe, just could not resist it 1. Smile, say “hello,” but don’t try to make eye contact. 2. Try sitting next to them, rather than across from them, to talk. 3. Do not shout. They can hear too well. 4. They are afraid of you, more likely that the other way around. Be kind. 5. They are as much people as you are and do understand. 6. Quit finding fault with them or their parents. Do you want to spend time with a critic? 7. Reason with them, if their behaviour is not socially acceptable, but don’t boss them around. 8. Do ask questions to show your love and care even if they cannot answer. 9. Use many methods–verbal, signing, pictures, print, offer them typing devices, etc to try to establish communication. 10. Allow them to write/draw with pens. Try covering their hand with yours, but allow them to move their hands where they wish. 11. Write them notes, and hugs and kisses and showing affection is always welcome, if allowed by parents or siblings and the person in concern. 12. Share lots of information. 13. Read, read, read great books to them. They are listening. 14. When they listen to music, share if you are enjoying it. 15. Have them join you to hear the news of our Country. 16. Use closed captions on TV. 17. They make the best friends, worth knowing!
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 07:54:45 +0000
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