Title
Special Interests
Author
Ambitious about Autism
Summary
This short online article introduces the idea of a distinction between special interests and obsessions. It suggests that obsessions can interfere with quality of life, whereas special interests can be fine or positive. It also discusses how parents can introduce limits or encourage children to expand the range of their interests.
Ambitious about Autism (formerly TreeHouse) is a charity for children and young people with autism in the United Kingdom. According to its website, "[o]ur vision is to make the ordinary possible for children and young people with autism and our mission is to help them to learn, thrive and achieve."
Language
English
Subjects
Behaviour Support
Family Support
Leisure & Travel
Recreation & Sports
School-Age
General
Publisher
Ambitious about Autism
DateModified
12/1/2023 9:22 AM EST