Social Communication Resources and Services
A support program within AISD

Tips for Dealing with Autism

Successful Strategies for the Home for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Autism is a brain disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate, to reason and to interact with others. It is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees of severity, and it is often found in combination with other disabilities.

There is no cure for autism. But evidence shows that early intervention results in positive outcomes for children with autism, and the earlier the better. Studies show that those with autism respond well to a highly-structured, specialized education program tailored to their needs. Some may need one-on-one or small group support; while others may succeed in an inclusive program with supports. Because autism is a spectrum disorder, no one method alone is effective in treating the disorder.(Autism Society of America, 2004)

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Behavior Intervention Guiding Principles

All behaviors have a purpose or satisfy a need
Individuals grow and change when they are free to experience reasonable, natural and logical consequences
Proactive intervention approaches along with consequences are essential
Interventions that detract from the primary goal include: power struggles, enabling, and inconsistency

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