There is a good chance that these surreal and uncertain times might be scary and confusing for your child. It is extremely important to address this confusion and communicate with your kid effectively about the ongoing pandemic.
Autism Parenting Magazine has published an amazing article on just that!
The article titled, “How Do I Talk to My Child With Autism About Coronavirus (COVID-19)?” gives us ten simple tips to consider when explaining coronavirus to your child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
From talking to your child about the disruption in daily routines and educating yourself on the warning signs of illness to talking to your child about the necessary preventive measures and the use of social stories as a resource to talk to your child about COVID-19, the article discusses several useful tips!
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Autism Parenting Magazine is the leading magazine for parents of autistic children as well as professionals seeking to work with children on the spectrum.
The magazine is available in digital format as a downloadable PDF or smart phone version for Android and IOS users. To access the article at its original source, click here –