The iPad has proven to be an especially useful communication tool for young people with autism. It provides a way for young people to express themselves through words and images; it can be used to teach them about everyday scenarios and give them more independence. It's also far less bulky than some communication devices of the past. Autism Spectrum Disorders are developmental disabilities that effect about 1 in every 88 children, and 1 in 54 boys.
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