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How print can help children with autism spectrum disorders

Children with autism spectrum disorders face many challenges in their daily lives, as do their families. The good news is that there are many ways that life can be made a whole lot easier for them, and a print company can lend a hand.

Speech can be an area in which many children with autism struggle. Pacing strips, flashcards with the phonetic components of language printed on them, and even picture boards for those who are nonverbal can all be very useful. These can be produced by stationery printers and can even be laminated so that they can stand up to repeated use. If extra copies are made, the child can take them to school so that the tools they use there and at home are the same, as this consistency can be very important to children coping with this issue.

Social stories that give detailed examples of situations a child may encounter in his or her own life can help them learn how navigate the world around them. Some parents find it helpful to create ones themselves that fit their unique situation, and a printing company can produce bound copies for them and their child to read together.

For many families in this situation, their daily lives can include a number of medical, therapy and school appointments. Poster printing can be used to create large size wall calendars to help them keep their days organized and running smoothly.

Raising a child with autism can present certain challenges, but it can also come with many rewards. Printing companies can help to make it a whole lot easier.