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In some research and service contexts, overlapping groups may be described using terms such as profound autism, high support needs, Level \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW194892798 BCX0\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW194892798 BCX0\"\u003e or nonspeaking autism; terminology varies across communities and systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\" class=\"EOP SCXW194892798 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LearnWorlds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53539191324979,"sku":"learnworlds_package_6a3b5032cee0a","price":330.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/0825\/2211\/files\/d6036fc6e757292272710d31b4c44f88.png?v=1782273909"},{"product_id":"masterclass-day-2-support-and-therapy-for-autistic-people-with-minimal-speech","title":"Masterclass Day 2 - Support and Therapy for Autistic People with Minimal Speech","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe designed this masterclass for parents, carers, and health and educational professionals to deepen their understanding of autistic people with minimal speech. Our presentation focuses on improving the quality of life and abilities of autistic people. We outline how to support these autistic individuals to develop greater independence in daily living skills, improve their communication abilities, learn alternative coping mechanisms for their stress and anxiety, express their emotions, and develop a positive self-identity. The content will be relevant to parents and professionals who care for autistic individuals over 6 years old; that is, beyond the early intervention years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*\u003c\/strong\u003eAutistic people who have minimal speech refers to autistic people who have co-occurring intellectual disability and\/or are non-speaking or minimally speaking, may have co-occurring health conditions (e.g. epilepsy), and require lifelong, around-the-clock care. 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