CHANGE
(5-08-12)
This week. we had changed Dong's toothbrushes as the other one had had its time. His previous one was a simple orange one. The one he has now, is blue with a picture of a smiley face on it. At first he was very reluctant to use the new toothbrush, but mum somehow convinced him to use this one and she'll go find the old one.
This is his new toothbrush.
Research: Anyone on with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) will to some extent find it difficult to deal with changes, whether it be small changes (like the toothbrush) or more large, dramatic changers (a death of a relative). People with ASD would prefer to be in a familiar environment that holds structure in their life. It takes preparation from the relatives of the person with ASD to make sure he/she settles well and is not anxious when change occurs.
Although this is only a small change, I hope that with this new knowledge, I can help my brother prepare better and adapt to any new changes.
