Difference between revisions of "Autism"

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[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autism_spectrum Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)], is a range of conditions classified as neurodevelopmental disorders. People diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder present with two types of symptoms: problems in social communication and social interaction, and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests or activities.
For more on this condition, read [https://accessibility.perpendicularangel.com/what-is-accessibility/types-of-disabilities/cognitive-and-neurological-disabilities/autism-spectrum-disorder/ Autism Spectrum Disorder] on [[Perpendicular Angel]].
 
== Design considerations ==
 
When we design for people with ASD, we need to provide:
* Simple color palettes
* Content written in plain English
* Simple sentences and bullets
* Descriptive buttons and links ("attach files")
* Simple and consistent layouts
 
We need to avoid:
* Using bright contrasting colors
* Using figures of speech and idioms
* Creating large blocks of text
* Vague or unpredictable buttons or links ("click here")
* Building complex and cluttered layouts
 
== Additional Resources ==
* [https://adiaryofamom.com/2013/03/21/hate/ Hate] at [[A Diary of a Mom]] explains why when we talk about autism we can't separate it from people with autism, especially when talking about children.
* [https://accessibility.blog.gov.uk/2016/09/02/dos-and-donts-on-designing-for-accessibility/ Dos and Don'ts on designing for accessibility] and the [https://accessibility.blog.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/52/2016/09/autistic-spectrum.png accompanying poster for ASD] by [[Karwai Pun]] on the [[UK Accessibility in Government Blog]]
*  [http://www.uxmatters.com/mt/archives/2015/10/usability-testing-with-people-on-the-autism-spectrum-what-to-expect.php Usability Testing with People on the Autism Spectrum: What to Expect] by [[Zsombor Varnagy-Toth]] on [[UX Matters]]


[[Category:Cognitive and Neurological Disabilities]]
[[Category:Cognitive and Neurological Disabilities]]

Latest revision as of 20:10, 5 September 2021

For more on this condition, read Autism Spectrum Disorder on Perpendicular Angel.

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