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How to Accept a Compliment — Tips for Autistic Adults

Sometimes we think a child isn’t responding because they “don’t want” to communicate… but often, the question itself may be too open-ended or difficult to process. 🧩🩵 Instead of asking: ❌ “How do you feel today?” Try: ✨ Do you feel happy or sad?” ✨ Do you want water or food?” Giving clearer choices can help create more opportunities for communication and self-expression. Every autistic child is different. This is not a guarantee that every child will respond the same way, but it is a strategy

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