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Echolalia: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Support Your Child with Autism
Hearing your child repeat the same phrase again and again, echo a question you’ve just asked, or recite a line from a favorite show in an ordinary moment can leave you wondering what it means. This is called echolalia.Echolalia is actually quite common, and while it can feel confusing at first, it isn’t necessarily a cause for concern. It can be part of typical language development, and for many children with autism, it often continues longer and can take on a wider role in how they communicate and experience the world.
High-Functioning Autism: What the Term Means and Why It's Changed
Have you ever heard of the phrase “high-functioning autism” in relation to a child’s level of autism?This is one of the most commonly searched terms in the autism space. Yet, it is a term that clinicians no longer use (and that’s by design).This article will walk you through where the term came from, why it is no longer considered accurate, and how this shift can better support your child’s needs.
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