"Autism is a complex, lifelong developmental disability that typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person’s social skills, communication, relationships, and self-regulation. Autism is defined by a certain set of behaviors and is a “spectrum condition” that affects people differently and to varying degrees" (Autism Society). Hopefully you find this page helpful in understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the impact it may have on a student!


"Autism means I miss what others catch, and catch what others miss."

What is Autism? Part 1

In this video you will learn the definition of autism, the symptoms of autism, potential causes of autism, and other facts about autism.

Part 2

This video continues to discuss autism and the impacts it has on someone's everyday life! It shares potential treatment methods and discusses some positives of one who may have autism!

Struggles of ASD

  • Rejections from peers

  • Depression from rejection

  • Inability to connect to peers

  • Struggles to make friendships

So How Can We Help Teens With Autism?


  • Foster the development of self- acceptance

  • Help develop a set of social skills for the teen

  • As a teacher, learn how a teen with autism learns best

  • Help teen demonstrate what they are good at

  • Talk respectfully to a teen with autism

  • Help teen anticipate what might happen (predictability is important)

Living with Autism

This video may help one to understand what it's like to live with autism and how it may impact one's life as they get older! I found this video to be very enlightening!