1.1 Understanding Support Levels (Without Over-Specification) Autism support needs are best understood as a spectrum of support requirements across contexts, not a fixed biological “type.” Some individuals require high support in: These needs can fluctuate based on: 1.2 Sensory Processing Differences Many autistic individuals experience differences in sensory processing, which may include: This is not…
Communication, Echolalia, and Sensory Regulation Autism Level 2 is characterized by more noticeable differences in communication, social interaction, sensory processing, and daily living skills. Individuals at this support level often benefit from structured assistance at home, school, work, or in community settings. While every autistic person is different, many Level 2 autistic individuals communicate and…
What Is Autism Level 1? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Level 1 is the lowest support category defined in the DSM-5. People with Autism Level 1 can often live independently, maintain employment, and build relationships, but they may still face significant challenges with communication, sensory processing, executive functioning, and change. Because support needs are less visible…
THE HISTORY OF AUTISM: I. The Discovery Phase: The 1940s and the Two Pioneers While autistic traits have been recorded in folklore and history for centuries (often referred to as “changelings” or “holy innocents”), the clinical history begins in the 1940s. Two researchers, separated by the Second World War, identified a distinct neurological profile. 1.1…