Autism Spectrum Condition and COVID-19: Issues and Chances

COVID-19 is now among the phases 2 and 3. The lockdown has been significantly reduced compared with phase 1. However, the centers and institutions that deal with the diagnosis and intervention of children with autism spectrum condition (ASC) require rapid functional adaptation to respond to patients...

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Published in:The Humanistic psychologist 2020-12, Vol.48 (4), p.378-381
Main Author: Narzisi, Antonio
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Caregivers
Children & youth
Coronavirus
COVID-19
Family
Gestalt Therapy
Human
Pandemics
Parents
Therapists
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Summary:COVID-19 is now among the phases 2 and 3. The lockdown has been significantly reduced compared with phase 1. However, the centers and institutions that deal with the diagnosis and intervention of children with autism spectrum condition (ASC) require rapid functional adaptation to respond to patients' needs. In this situation the handle of young children with ASC was challenging also for families and caregivers. This brief report aims to give some advice summarized in 10 tips to help therapists, families, and caregivers to handle ASC during this period. The COVID-19 is questioning the routine of our young children with ASC, and we must find creative adjustments to be close to our patients and their families.
ISSN:0887-3267
1547-3333
DOI:10.1037/hum0000221