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    How to Help Your Autistic Child Understand Nonverbal Cues

    Introduction: Nonverbal cues, such as body language, facial expressions, and gestures, play a major role in social communication. For autistic children, who may struggle with interpreting and responding to these cues, learning to understand nonverbal cues can significantly enhance their social interactions and relationships. In this blog, we’ll explore strategies to help your autistic child understand nonverbal cues, fostering more meaningful connections with others.   Understanding Nonverbal Cues in Autism: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is characterized by differences in social communication and interaction. Many autistic individuals have difficulty interpreting and responding to nonverbal cues, such as facial expressions, body language,…