Preamble: “Many children with autism do not exhibit this intrinsic motivation or desire to “please” others. The social impairment and enjoyment in reciprocal social relationships that characterize a diagnosis of autism is one area that impacts a child’s ability and interest in learning to use the toilet” (Algonquin College, 2017). According to our notes, individuals with autism due to anxiety, imitation and language deficits, sequencing and organizational difficulties may lag behind their typically developing peers. (Algonquin College, 2017).
Toilet Training Difficulties: Toilet training can be difficult for typically developing children, and although children with autism can be successfully trained they present with greater obstacles …show more content…
Toilet Training Readiness: Toilet training should take place only after it has been ascertained the child has the readiness skills required for toilet training and that there is a participation commitment by those doing the training. The following list from our notes indicates, “factors to consider as positive indicators for the child’s participation in the program may include:
• Dry pants- A child who remains dry for 45 minutes to an hour, without dribbling and remains dry during naptimes indicates an awareness of bladder control and readiness.
• Age of the child- Consideration should be given to developmental stage and the severity of the diagnosis, consider each child individually. Usually, those under 2 may have more difficulty attaining the skill. It may be helpful to check with child’s doctor in regards to readiness.
• Child initiates- Child may indicate subtle behaviours to caregivers indicating awareness that “something is happening down
Toilet Training Difficulties: Toilet training can be difficult for typically developing children, and although children with autism can be successfully trained they present with greater obstacles …show more content…
Toilet Training Readiness: Toilet training should take place only after it has been ascertained the child has the readiness skills required for toilet training and that there is a participation commitment by those doing the training. The following list from our notes indicates, “factors to consider as positive indicators for the child’s participation in the program may include:
• Dry pants- A child who remains dry for 45 minutes to an hour, without dribbling and remains dry during naptimes indicates an awareness of bladder control and readiness.
• Age of the child- Consideration should be given to developmental stage and the severity of the diagnosis, consider each child individually. Usually, those under 2 may have more difficulty attaining the skill. It may be helpful to check with child’s doctor in regards to readiness.
• Child initiates- Child may indicate subtle behaviours to caregivers indicating awareness that “something is happening down