Social Skills Autism - Eating Out

Social Skills Autism - Eating Out © 2010 Social Skills Autism - Eating Out Written by: Autism Advisor Social Skills Autism We all love going out to eat. . . But when your child is autistic the present family treat can become a family nightmare. There are... More

Social Skills Autism - Eating Out © 2010 Social Skills Autism - Eating Out Written by: Autism Advisor Social Skills Autism We all love going out to eat. . . But when your child is autistic the present family treat can become a family nightmare. There are numerous ways to prepare your autistic child for eating out. • You could start by a simple role play of the eating out experience. . . • Maybe you could show your autistic child a sample menu. . . Introduce this at your own family meal time. . . "Isn t this fun. . . can you choose your dinner from the menu (add name) • Autism Social Stories are an excellent tool at this time. . . Introduce your autistic child to the idea of eating out. By using theses simple but effective social skills stories, the social skill stories will explain, what happens in a restaurant. . . what is expected of them and also what they can expect from others. • Have a rehearsal in a small fast food restaurant or salad bar first • Try to visit the restaurant Less