As More With Autism Near Adulthood, Clues to Success Emerge

Disability Scoop/ Michelle Diament/ May 14, 2015

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Key Points: "The ability to do everyday, self-care activities like bathing, cleaning and cooking trumped other factors like symptom severity and intellectual functioning, according to findings from a new study being presented this week at the International Meeting for Autism Research in Salt Lake City" It was found that adults with more self care skills were more successful and independent in employment.  We as educators need to think more about teaching self care rather than concentrating solely on social and communication skills.

Intended Audience: Educators, Parents

Relevance: With the increase in adults with developmental disabilities, we need to make sure they are being taught self care skills as young children.  This is something we sometimes don't think about as teachers.  We need to introduce more of these skills into our curriculum.