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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
For diagnostic purposes in North America, this category of disorders is currently identified as Pervasive Developmental Disorders or PDD (1994, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, American Psychiatric Association).
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What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a life-long developmental disorder that affects a child’s development in three main areas: social, communication and behaviour/play. Diagnosis Who can make the diagnosis? Diagnosis can be made by a medical doctor, psychologist or psychiatrist, preferably …
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Sleep/Quiet Time Tip Sheet

40-70% of child with Autism Spectrum Disorder have sleep disturbances that negatively affect their functioning and the functioning of their families. If the child with ASD is sleep deprived, one or both of their parents are also sleep deprived. Sleep …
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Lunch/Snack Tip Sheet

“Food for Thought” 75% of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder experience atypical eating patterns and have limited food preferences. Tips to support good eating Routines: Establish clear routines around meals and snacks. Try to ensure that they occur at consistent …
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Inclusion Tip Sheet

Inclusion is a set of practices and beliefs that involves educating all students, regardless of disability, in their neighbourhood daycare or preschool with appropriate supports and necessary services Principles of Inclusion Acceptance of diversity: Fairness is giving each student what …
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Practical Strategies for Developing Fine Motor Skills

Introduction to Fine Motor Development Fine Motor Definition: The ability to coordinate the small muscles of the hand. This includes the ability to grasp, pick up, release, imitate, and copy patterns. These small muscles perform the movements used in writing …
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