Going Out to Eat
While going out to eat can be a nice way for families to spend quality time together, going to a restaurant with young children, or children with special needs can pose challenges. New experiences can be challenging for an individual with autism and children on the spectrum appreciate predictability. Dining out means taking your child into an entirely new environment and asking him or her to cope with unpredictable sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Click or tap on the graphic above to view this module.