Simple Strategies That Work

Brenda Smith Myles, PhD, formerly a professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas, is the recipient of the Autism Society of America’s Outstanding Professional Award, the Princeton Fellowship Award, American Academy of Pediatrics Autism Champion, and two-time recipient of the Council for Exceptional Children Burton Blatt Humanitarian Award. Diane Adreon, EdD, is the division director of The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation Transition and Adult Programs at the Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at the University of Miami . In addition, Diane has a private autism consulting practice and is also the author of the award-winning, Asperger Syndrome and Adolescence. Diane has presented nationally and internationally on autism.Dena Gitlitz, a woman with autism, is a writer, artist and speaker, who presents nationally on topics about autism. Her unique perspective addresses thought processes, sensory sensitivities, common challenges and support strategies. She serves on the professional advisory board of MAAP Services, Inc., and the Autism Society of the Palm Beaches.

• IntroductionAbout This BookOperate on Autism TimeModify RequirementsReduce or Eliminate HandwritingAvoid RushingManage the EnvironmentPrepare for ChangeIncorporate the Student’s PreferencesBuild in RelaxationProvide ChoicesCreate a Balanced Agenda That Conserves EnergyMonitor DemandsUse Calming and Alerting ActivitiesShare the AgendaUse Visual SupportsSimplify LanguageWatch for LiteralnessTeach Hidden Curriculum RulesSet a Calm, Positive ToneModel AcceptanceLive Out LoudVerbalize Your ActionsBe Generous With PraiseFoster Attribution and UnderstandingListen to the WordsSeek and Offer ClarificationProvide ReassuranceReduce UncertaintySummaryReferences