A little guide to help understand the language of autism.
AAC – Augmentative and Alternative Communication; communication through nonverbal means
ABA – Applied Behavior Analysis; a common type of autism therapy
AS – Asperger’s Syndrome; one of the five types of autism
ASC – Autism Spectrum Condition(s); a term preferred by neurodiversity advocates
ASD – Autism Spectrum Disorder(s); refers to the five types of autism
DIR – Developmental, Individual Differences, Relationship-based; a common type of autism therapy
IEP - Individualized Education Program
NT - Neurotypical
OT – Occupational Therapy; therapy used to address sensory and motor skill deficiencies, sometimes means occupational therapist
PDD-NOS – Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise Specified; one of the five types of autism
PECS – Picture Exchange Communication System; a method of communication using picture symbols
RDI – Relationship Development Intervention; a common type of autism therapy
SLP – Speech-Language Pathologist; a speech therapist with at least a master’s degree and nationally certified and licensed
SPD – Sensory Processing Disorder; a common condition seen among those with autism spectrum disorders
ST – Speech Therapy; therapy used to increase a person’s skill with speech and language, sometimes means speech therapist
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