Autism levels: Where does your child fall on the autism spectrum?
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April 9, 2024
Hi, there!
Autism Spectrum Disorder includes a broad range of capabilities and abilities within individuals. You have autistics who are able to live a fairly “normal” life of obtaining higher education, having a successful career, and developing and maintaining good relationships (including marriage and children if that’s what they want). Then on the other side of the spectrum are those who cannot care for themselves and will always need others to take care of them. All the others are in between.
As parents, sometimes it is difficult for us know where our own children fall on the spectrum, let alone explain it to family and friends. That is why I like the autism levels. It’s a better way to explain where my son is on the spectrum, both comprehending it myself and helping others to understand as well.
In this week’s blog post on Autism & ADHD Connection, I share what the autism levels are and what they look like practically.
My son J falls on the level one of the spectrum. He was originally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome (no longer its own diagnosis), so we used to note he was "high functioning." Yet, that didn’t really accurately describe him because in some ways he was but in other areas he needed more help. We obtained that help for him through speech therapy during elementary school, occupational therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, medication and job coaching.
I hope this post will help you better understand the autism levels and where your child falls on the spectrum.
Inspirational Quote
“Do not let the memories of your past limit the potential of your future. There are no limits to what you can achieve on your journey through life, except in your mind.”
― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart
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Take care and best wishes for the coming week!
Tamara McGuire Hull
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