Handling Challenging Behaviors in Child Care and at Home: Autism

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities that are caused by an abnormality in the brain. Children with ASDs tend to have problems with social and communication skills. They also are likely to repeat certain behaviors and resist change in their daily activities. ASDs begin during childhood and last throughout a person’s life. This online source discusses symptoms, prevalence, treatment, and additional resources.

This resource guide includes books, videos, organizations, articles and other resources related to Autism.

This article includes early signs of ASDs, definitions of the different types, diagnosis methods, and strategies to help a child with an ASD.

This article explains that children with autism have differences in the way their brains develop and process information. This can cause language delays and behavior problems. Symptoms and severity vary from child to child. New research can help diagnose and begin treatment for an autism disorder in a child at an early age.

The purpose of this toolkit is to present ways for early childcare providers to better manage challenging behaviors in a childcare setting.

This online book includes chapters on problem behaviors and instructional strategies for children with autism.

This initiative offers families ways to manage common challenges, to simplify everyday activities, and to grow connections and support from family, friends, and community.