This is what you could do... – Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect)

Understand that I may say or do things that are unexpected.
Be patient and kind, don’t judge me.
Work with me to structure my day with the things that give me energy (strengths and interests).
Make sure the environment supports my needs.
Support change constructively.
Respect an individual’s needs.
Get to know me – you might find out I am really fun.
Give me the opportunity to show you I can be a great friend or co-worker.

Allow me to express my feelings and thoughts in different ways and at different times.
Listen to the words I am using or what I am saying. Don’t read into the tone or my body language.
Learn to speak my “language” (how I like to communicate). I may not say the things you expect to hear but my actions may demonstrate my thoughts.
If you want to know how I am feeling, feel free to ask directly.

Spend time finding out about what my interests are.
Be patient as I may want to talk about my interests.
Be prepared to listen and show interest (or read).
Allow me to engage in passion projects – things I am interested in.
Don’t expect me to be good at everything.
Pair me up with someone who has complimentary and different skills so we can learn from each other.
Allow me to feel useful.

Some days may be better for me than others so be patient.
Try avoid the things that cause me distress.
If you are going to make changes to my routine, let me know and give me time to adjust to the changes in my own way.
Understand that I may need to take a break or step away.
Understand that I may be using strategies to cope with sensory overload like using headphones.
Don’t push me into situations that may be overwhelming, let me set my pace of these interactions.
Understand the ways I communicate, socialize and experience the sensory world, and meet me in the middle.

This is what you could do ……