Environmental and Visual Supports for Children With ASD

Supports For Children With ASD
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Supports For Children With ASD
Environmental and visual support are necessary for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the home, school, and community settings. These supports help individuals with ASD to communicate effectively, reduce anxiety, manage behaviors, and promote independence.
In the home, environmental supports such as visual schedules, picture symbol labels, and designated activity areas can help children with ASD understand and navigate their environment (Stasolla et al., 2020). Visual schedules provide children with a clear and predictable routine, reducing anxiety and promoting independence. Picture symbol labels on drawers and containers help children find what they need and promote the organization. Designated activity areas, such as homework or play areas, can help children with ASD understand expectations and boundaries.
In the school setting, environmental supports such as visual schedules, social stories, and designated sensory spaces can help children with ASD understand and participate in school activities. Visual schedules can help students understand the sequence of activities throughout the day, reducing anxiety and promoting independence (Caffrey et al., 2019). Social stories clearly explain social situations and expectations, helping students with ASD understand and navigate social interactions (Stasolla et...