Using communication for social interaction

• Social-emotional reciprocity

  • normal back and forth communication,this lacks in individuals with ASD
  • they may not initiate social interactions or respond to other peoples attempt to do so,one-sided
  • cant maintain the normal flow of a conversation
  • when someone with ASD attempts to interact it maybe awkward or inappropriate behaviour(touching)
• Nonverbal communication

  • eye-contact and social smiling are not used as much
  • facial expressions may be exaggerated or limited
  • gestures such as pointing may be used in the wrong way
  • they may not face the person they are talking to or stand too close
  • their non-verbal cues might not match their emotions,showing a different emotion to what their voice sounds like
• Problems developing and maintaining relationships

  • struggle to understand the thoughts and feelings of others,hard to see things from other peoples point of view
  • trouble adapting their behaviour to fit social situations,they dont know the unwritten rules that apply in social settings
  • may show emotions inappropriately
  • may not pick up on cues from other people
  • may not seek friendships,often play on their own