Routine Development for Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder Worksheet

Routine and structure are important elements that provide a sense of safety, security, and control for an individual on the autism spectrum.

As a parent or caregiver, you can provide this by co-creating a daily routine that remains fairly consistent. Here are some tips when thinking about routine development and guiding your adolescent in managing the routine.

References:

Autism Specialty Group. (2021). Understanding the Importance of Consistency in Autism. https://www.autismspecialtygroup.com/blog/importance-of-consistency-in-autism 

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Please note: There may be a more up-to-date and editable version of this worksheet available here which may be more suitable to present to clients if you are a therapist or to use in a classroom as a teacher or guidance counselor.