Aryan Avasthi is a 20 year old, autistic who is a second year undergraduate student in Pune university. Currently he is in his 4th semester of Bachelors in Vocational in IT and ITES (Information Technology and Information Technology Enabled Services).
Autism according to him is where you have difficulty in learning, you take time to learn things and difficulties with focus and communication.
Aryan shares his experiences about:
Tips for Teachers - For children with Autism, give time to think and learn. Support with extra classes and make partners who can help the student with studies (buddy system).
Tips for Parents - Please spend time with your child, talk to them, be friendly so they feel they are in a comfortable environment of studying, study with them and support them. Be supportive and make them feel a part of their community.
Tip for individuals on the spectrum - have patience and don’t panic. No need to use your hands to communicate, use your word. Find a buddy to support you. Go to the counsellor to help you with behaviour management and emotional support.
Message for all colleges - if there is any special child in your college there should be a counsellor as well as a special educator in the college itself. It will make the child feel comfortable and as a part of the community, they can do better in their future, academics and behaviour as well.
Stay tuned for the next episode on Autism and Friendship.