{"id":63417,"date":"2022-04-05T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-05T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/63417\/autism-acceptance-month-12-things-to-know-about-autism"},"modified":"2025-04-02T11:19:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T11:19:26","slug":"autism-acceptance-month-12-things-to-know-about-autism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beirut.com\/en\/63417\/autism-acceptance-month-12-things-to-know-about-autism\/","title":{"rendered":"Autism Acceptance Month: 12 Things To Know About Autism"},"content":{"rendered":" <p><em>Note: The autism community previously called on media to shift from using \u201cawareness\u201d to \u201cacceptance\u201d this April to foster change and inclusivity as opposed to passive awareness. We are abiding by this shift. <\/em><\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p><strong>Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)<\/strong> refers to a very wide variety of neurological and developmental conditions. These can range from trouble with social interactions to sensory aversions, manifesting differently in each individual.<\/p>    <p><\/p>    <p>Here are 12 things to know!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-people-with-autism-have-feelings-and-emotions\"><strong>1. People with autism have feelings and emotions<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DBnyuqWsXBA\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>People with autism have the full range of human emotions! They may have a condition known as alexithymia, which hinders their ability to understand and process their emotions.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-one-two-three-autism-school-is-lebanon-s-first-specialized-private-school-of-its-kind\">2. One Two Three Autism School is Lebanon&#8217;s first specialized private school of its kind!<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DEzdIE2sLlB\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/123autismschool\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">1,2,3 Autism School<\/a> provides students with therapeutic intervention and specialized attention that allows them to thrive, along with Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy tailored to maximize their success. It also serves as a wonderful support system for families!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-the-lebanese-autism-society-has-been-around-for-23-years\">3. The Lebanese Autism Society has been around for 23 years.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DH2m8DlsssS\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>This incredible NGO advocates for the rights of individuals with autism in Lebanon. It is headed by Mrs. Arwa El Amine Halawi, a mother of a child with autism who saw a great absence in support and services for families.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-there-is-no-direct-cause-for-autism\"><strong>4. There is no direct cause for autism.<\/strong><\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>As it stands, no research has established a clear and reliable cause for autism.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-people-with-autism-are-not-scary-or-difficult\">5. People with autism are not scary or difficult.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CVe-PLmMRvf\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>Much like anyone else, they are simply different!<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-the-needs-and-abilities-of-people-with-autism-can-evolve-greatly-over-time\">6. The needs and abilities of people with autism can evolve greatly over time.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CS5BkxHlbFT\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-this-is-a-human-rights-issue\">7. This is a human rights issue.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>People with autism are often subject to stigma and discrimination, it is important to remember that the availability of accessible services and treatments is crucial to their right to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standards of physical and mental health.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-individuals-with-autism-spectrum-disorder-may-be-very-creative\">8. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder may be very creative.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DEo0JX6sL1W\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>With many finding a passion and talent for music, theater, art, and dance.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-children-with-autism-can-attend-mainstream-schools\">9. Children with autism can attend mainstream schools.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>While specialized schools and tailored programs may be beneficial or vital to some, many people with autism can perform well in a traditional school by simply having specialists, aides, training or resources on hand.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-10-people-with-autism-usually-have-repetitive-behavioral-patterns\">10. People with autism usually have repetitive behavioral patterns.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>   <iframe title=\"Embedded Instagram Post\" allowtransparency=\"true\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C57yLeasa-E\/embed\/\" scrolling=\"no\" style=\"background: white; max-width: 540px; width: calc(100% - 2px); border-radius: 3px; border: 1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219); box-shadow: none; display: block; margin: 12px 0px 12px !important; min-width: 326px; padding: 0px;\"><\/iframe>   <p><\/p>    <p>Veering away from this pattern may result in anxiety and discomfort for the individual. This is particularly important for teachers to keep in mind as they work with children with autism.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-11-on-average-1-in-100-children-has-asd\">11. On average, 1 in 100 children has ASD.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/autism-spectrum-disorders\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">World Health Organization<\/a>.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-12-increasing-governmental-commitments-is-a-must\">12. Increasing governmental commitments is a must.<\/h3>    <p><\/p>    <p>Private institutions and NGOs cannot bear the brunt of providing services for people with autism. Governments must be instrumental in making sure services are inclusive of all populations.<\/p>    <div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>    <p class=\"has-blush-light-purple-gradient-background has-background\" style=\"font-size:17px\"><strong>Enjoyed this read in honor of Autism Acceptance Month? 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