See our Autism Header Page for a full list of all our Autism resources. It is common for many people to use too much language when talking to, or giving instructions to individuals with autism. It is a trap that all of us can fall into quite easily without realising it. …
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Autism – Avoiding abstract language
See our Autism Header Page for a full list of all our Autism resources. Most individuals with autism have difficulty understanding abstract language, sarcasm, and metaphor. Individuals with autism may also take language literally. Here are some examples of how we might use language in everyday situations: “its raining cats and dogs”. …
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