Visual and Auditory Impairments

Some kids have a lot of trouble hearing. Most likely these kids do not experience echolalia. That means when the kids repeat everything they say. It wears off with intense therapy. Hearing aids are good because it reinforces the sensory input. It takes a long time for the child to get used to it. It is really hard because kids with autism do not like too much sensory input. Visual aids are good too. Even glasses are good. It does not interfere with the child's sensory input unlike the hearing aids. Let the ABA therapist or the Paraprofessional know before and ask for recommendations. This is a must. The therapist will change their activities to match the child's criteria. The can get the child used to the sound of the hearing  aid in advance. This gets the child prepared to the to the auditory input. With glasses this is quite necessary but you should still tell them because they can help you.