For many children with autism, it's much easier to teach them to tact (label) objects than it to get them to value your attention.

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Children with autism often find it easier to learn to label or identify objects (tact) because it involves direct, concrete interaction with their environment, which aligns with their strengths. In contrast, valuing social attention requires understanding and engaging in more abstract social cues and interactions, which can be challenging due to the social communication difficulties characteristic of autism.

For Many Children with Autism, It's Much Easier to Teach