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Autism Spectrum Disorder: Solutions For Improved Care, Virginia Richmond

Student Writing

Children that are on the Autism Spectrum are suffering every day because they aren’t receiving the care and treatments that are necessary to thrive in adulthood. Caregivers to those on the spectrum are not handling the stressors of parenting those on the spectrum correctly. Implementing self-care techniques for themselves will have a positive impact on the child. Savant skills and obsessions are a common trait in those with autism, and if these are encouraged and guided, it may lay the foundation for a successful career in the future. It is important that the child have a mentor that can help …