Essential Life Skills for Adults with Autism—and How to Teach Them

Transition, into adulthood can present difficulties for those with Spectrum Disorder as they navigate life’s challenges to autism spectrum disorders, develop in independence and improving quality of life by acquiring life skills with support from caregivers at home or teachers, in educational settings. Why Life Skills Matter for Adults with Autism Survival skills are incredibly important, for getting through life and engaging with our surroundings as individuals in a way. They encompass tasks, like taking care of ourselves properly managing our finances preparing meals competently communicating mastering time management and engaging socially with others. Adult individuals, with Autism Spectrum Disorder may face difficulties in handling these tasks as they might not be inherent and can be complicated by sensitivities or challenges in functioning and social interactions. However, with guidance and ongoing assistance these abilities can be improved with practice over time. Ke...