Turn Autism Around
Turn Autism Around
Dr. Mary Barbera
#023: Desensitizing Trips to the Doctor, Dentist and Haircuts for Kids with Autism
24 minutes Posted Jun 11, 2019 at 3:00 am.
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Going to the dentist, using eye drops, or taking a bath might seem like mundane procedures for a typically developing person, but for those diagnosed with autism, these simple tasks can be traumatic and seem quite complex. I'm sharing a few practical steps for desensitizing your children or clients to these sorts of procedures, in order to make these situations go more smoothly for your loved one. Listen to gain valuable info on how to assess, practice, and improve some of these tasks for your loved one.