Further Education

Patterns of Strengths and Weaknesses concept of theory of mind how the lack of or delay in theory of mind can play into the various social and relationship challenges experienced by many on the autism spectrum. What are the Strengths and Weaknesses in School Subjects? autism is a spectrum disorder.  there is wide variability of symptom expression and wide variability of functioning and support required by individuals across the spectrum.  While there is this wide variability seen across the autism spectrum, we do tend to see specific patters of strength and weakness associated with this disability.  Some of the characteristic strengths of individuals on the autism spectrum include their ability to memorize and recall different facts and information.  ability to follow concrete rules and procedures and their ability to make use of different visual learning and visual information.  typical patterns of weakness across the autism spectrum.  weaknesses in flexib...

Topic: Developmental Differences in Autism Across the Lifespan Video: Why is Early Identification Important? less than half of children identified with autism spectrum disorder are being evaluated for developmental concerns by the time they reached age three. Presently the average age of diagnosis for an autism spectrum disorder is four years of age.  research indicates that the earlier we identify characteristics of autism and the earlier that interventions and treatment can begin, the better the outcome. Dr. Robin Hansen  research is indicating that the earlier that we start intervention, the better the prognosis.  when kids are missing out on social learning opportunities because of a variety of reasons, it just kind of snowballs on itself.  the earlier that we try and intervene and change learning, we change developmental trajectories. We think that's because there's some much more developmental plasticity in young brains.  neural connections are being ...

I decided to engage in some more virtual learning in light of new COVID restrictions that will make it hard to do anything but stay close to home. After browsing a few sites, I came across Coursera and found a free course called 'Autism Spectrum Disorder' offered by UC Davis California that looked interesting. Since I have it and it has caused me to get into trouble socially, I thought it might be good to take the course. It will teach me more about what I have and help me better understand how to interact with others who have it too. You see, I was in a virtual social group over the summer, but was eventually bullied out of it by other neurodivergent individuals who verbally abused me and my work and lied to get me expelled from the group and thus, I want to find productive ways to move on from that pain.  Course Introduction Overview of ASD Video: Introduction Video: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Neurodevelopmental disabilities that impact development in two core domains,...