This page outlines the relationship between autism and language. As autism is a spectrum condition with a huge amount of variety, autistic people’s preferred communication style will differ from person to person. While some autistic people may be non-speaking, it’s important to recognize this doesn’t mean they are incapable of communication.
To learn more about autism and language development, the different methods of communication autistic people may use and how to meet this halfway, check our resources below.
Autism & Language Development
Go Back When someone receives an autism diagnosis, language development can be among one of the key concerns. It’s important to remember firstly that autism exists on a spectrum and
Autism and Alternative Communication
Go Back Autism can mean differences in language development, meaning alternative communication is common for autistic people to express themselves. What alternative forms are there of communication? People do not
Autism and Visual Communication
Go Back As discussed in our other language pages, autistic people may communicate in a variety of ways and autism and visual communication is no exception. What are visuals and
Speech and Language Therapy
Go Back What is speech and language therapy? Speech and Language Therapists provide treatment, support and care for individuals in the areas of communication, eating, drinking and swallowing. Speech and
Creating a Social Narrative
Go Back What is a social narrative and how does it help autistic people? A social narrative involves using a description of a social situation or concept to help
