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Social rules and expectations for people with autism (understanding unspoken social cues, interpreting facial expressions, maintaining eye contact, etc.)

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#Social #GREETINGS #social skills #body language #Autism #social cues #Eye contact #masking

Why is making eye contact important?

Eye contact shows you are listening and paying attention

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Give some examples of "small talk"

How was your day? What did you do this weekend? The weather is getting so cold! How's your family? Wasn't that test today hard? Lunch today was so good, right?

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What is "masking"?

People with Autism suppress or change their behavior to appear more "normal" or neurotypical. A coping mechanism that can have positive and negative impacts

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Name some reasons people with Autism "mask"

To "fit in"; To improve social interactions; To comply with societal expectations; To hide their differences and avoid being judged

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Name some common "masking" behaviors.

Suppressing stimming behaviors (flapping hands); Hiding special interests or obsessions; Mirror speech patterns and behaviors of others; Voice changing.

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What are some negative effects of "masking"?

Pretending or "hiding" your true self can lead to exhaustion, stress, and anxiety. It can cause you to lose your true identity and authentic self expression.

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This social expectation includes saying "hi" to someone when you enter a room.

Greeting

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You see a friend at the grocery store and talk for bit. Now it's time to end the conversation. What can you say?

It was so good to see you; I have to go but let's talk later; It was great catching up wtih you; I don't want to hold you up; Take care!

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John called his aunt and immediately started telling her about a new TV show he's watching. What 2 things should he have said as soon as his Aunt picked up the phone?

Introduce self; Ask them "how are you" or "Do you have a minute to talk?"

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How does society expect you to dress at a wedding?

Suit; nice dress; heels or dress shoes. No: t-shirts, flip flops.

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How does society expect you to dress at a job interview?

Business clothes, Pants or skirt, clean shirt/jacket, clothing that covers you up. No: Shorts, Tank tops, Flip flops, T-shirts.

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How should you dress on a first date? What would happen if you showed up to a first date with a tuxedo on?

Casual clothing; Dressing up very nice may look too serious or out of place.

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Give some examples of non-verbal communication.

Gestures, Facial Expressions, Body Language; Personal Space, Posture, Tone of voice

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What does this facial expression convey?

Annoyance, irritation (eye rolling)

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What is the "social contact"?

An unspoken set of rules and agreements about how to act, behave, and treat others. Most people just "know" the social rules; it is not usually taught.

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True or False: People expect others to be generally "calm and collected".

True. In the social contact, it's expected that even if you are angry, you shouldn't yell, scream, or throw things at others.

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