Self-Advocacy: Teach Skills Needed for Independence

For most of your child’s life, you have probably been advocating for your child– making decisions for him or her.  However, as individuals with autism age, they will need to advocate for themselves to the best of their ability.  Helping adolescents with autism to develop a sense of self will aid in the transition process and will develop a skill that will benefit them throughout their lives.

Read more: http://www.autismspeaks.org/family-services/tool-kits/transition-tool-kit/self-advocacy