{"id":2236,"date":"2017-06-07T10:29:03","date_gmt":"2017-06-07T14:29:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/admin.patheos.com\/blogs\/muslimahnextdoor\/?p=2236"},"modified":"2017-06-14T12:14:48","modified_gmt":"2017-06-14T16:14:48","slug":"6-ways-to-create-an-autism-friendly-ramadan-and-eid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patheos.com\/blogs\/muslimahnextdoor\/2017\/06\/6-ways-to-create-an-autism-friendly-ramadan-and-eid\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Create an Autism-Friendly Ramadan and Eid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<\/head>

$\"Autism_Awareness_puzzle$ <\/a>This is a guest post from my friend Nakia Jackson, mom to Zak, who is autistic and awesome.<\/em><\/p>\n

The stories about autism-friendly Santas and Christmas-related events has sparked some envy. Ramadan and Eid usually find Zak and I at home. The crowds make for extreme sensory overload in an environment where if he bolts, it\u2019s hard to catch him.<\/p>\n

But, there are many things our mosques, community centers and Muslim communities can do to help make Ramadan and Eid more autism friendly. Because, you may not realize just how many of your community members are autistic or have a loved one who is, and how they may like to be part of the communal Ramadan experience. Here are six suggestions to consider.<\/p>\n

Next: Seek Advice from Autism Advocacy Organizations<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ask Autistic Muslims and Other Individuals What would Help<\/strong><\/p>\n
Contact an autism advocacy organization that is operated by autistic people, such as the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), for recommendations on developing a mosque experience that welcomes autistic people. While the experiences and recommendations of parents, such as myself, can be helpful, you should start by centering autistic people\u2019s voices and views. The next four suggestions can be good if you can\u2019t get in touch with autistic Muslims who can offer practical suggestions.<\/p>\n
Next: Create Social Stories to Help Autistic Congregants<\/strong><\/p>\n
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<\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Create Iftar, Taraweeh and Eid Prayer Social Stories<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Have your mosque create \u201csocial stories\u201d for <em>iftar<\/em>, <em>Taraweeh<\/em>, and Eid prayers. Social stories are a pictorial guide to the interactions and procedures for a given situation. It\u2019s a little like a comic strip: It tells a story in words and pictures. If you\u2019ve gone to a government office and not known who to talk to, if you need an appointment to do so, or you need to know what form to request to solve your problem, etc., you\u2019ve experienced a little of what it can be like for someone with autism to enter a new situation. It\u2019s confusing, frustrating and often overwhelming not knowing what is happening, what to expect or when things will happen.<\/p>\n<p>Social stories for iftar should include when, where and how people get food, where they eat and where it is acceptable to sit. Social stories for Taraweeh should include the number of <em>rakat<\/em> the imam intends to pray, the timing of breaks and what is acceptable to do during them, etc. Eid social stories should walk the reader through takbir Eid prayer, and what is expected after the Eid khutbah.<\/p>\n<p>Resources on creating social stories:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.autism.org.uk%2Fliving-with-autism%2Fstrategies-and-approaches%2Fsocial-stories-and-comic-strips%2Fhow-to-write.aspx&h=ATPWtH9ynKKH78_aNPUIkhruI2hORRRcV5N4raySly0VO015k7HhUUBpOw07NV9vyt9zBmxSNmEhN-RwH2OlGsSQqQwdZ9FJwFZFEhYn5G-TcEz9cxyC0Crvy-2rQ0PRbz7e&s=1\" class=\" decorated-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http:\/\/www.autism.org.uk\/living-wit\u2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/l.facebook.com\/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.friendshipcircle.org%2Fblog%2F2013%2F02%2F11%2F12-computer-programs-websites-and-apps-for-making-social-stories%2F&h=ATNShG9evOr1qGqyefOhGq3AYoCeLr4EoR46QizNY1E6osvqDADy_9VRZQI4r7Npzkjl_reeFJXT4lsyFTs2l1zAWFGQXQliDaaML80KKV_D53XryvSuPpbUHCTKF-iBDg8h&s=1\" class=\" decorated-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">http:\/\/www.friendshipcircle.org\/blo\u2026<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Next: Create a Quiet Room<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/628239464\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" decorated-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 70.707071% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/628239464?et=A2md2pz-REJ0vUWemTQHgw&tld=com&viewMoreLink=on&sig=6UZ86oFS6ti0dGku_vTYwJlMgiBiIMCQkO85r-9uZc8=&caption=true\" width=\"594\" height=\"420\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Keep Sensory Sensitivities in Mind and Create a Quiet Room<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For kids who can\u2019t keep up through a whole prayer, a children\u2019s program including a quiet area might be best. Some autistic kids can focus on a solitary activity if noise is kept to a minimum. Parents should supply the child with a favorite book or quiet activity. And neurotypical kids might like a quiet space as well. This might not work for kids who are hyperactive (ah, darling Zak), but it will help some. Your friendly neighborhood ASAN member might have some ideas for adults who can\u2019t keep up with the prayers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Next: Watch the Doors!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/52960746\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" decorated-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 68.518519% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/52960746?et=mQlNsAoISGlzWR7o2-oElg&tld=com&viewMoreLink=on&sig=6JCfIxN5AbzLk3uW7PRZO0e7vuIqhIcgXtSzpx1OcYo=&caption=true\" width=\"594\" height=\"407\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Some Autistic Individuals Elope. Watch the Doors!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m going to address my long-held pet peeve of Taraweeh and Eid. SOMEBODY NEEDS TO WATCH THE FLIPPING DOORS. Unsupervised children often run wild during Taraweeh and Eid. I\u2019m glad Allah is watching over these kids. However, for a child prone to bolting and with a diminished sense of danger, such as an autistic child, what would normally end in the child being retrieved by a frustrated parent could end in tragedy. You can\u2019t count on an autistic child coming back when called or stopping before they run into traffic.<\/p>\n<p>SOMEBODY NEEDS TO WATCH THE FLIPPING DOORS. Kids who attempt to leave without an adult should at least face a friendly inquiry. Kids who silently dart out without an adult need to be scooped up and deposited on the other side of the door. *Exhales*<\/p>\n<p><strong>Next: Learn Some Basics about Autism<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 508px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.gettyimages.com\/detail\/119213899\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" decorated-link\" rel=\"nofollow\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 66.338583% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed?assets=119213899,142090923&et=tkUb4aJpQQJ-rt2o0xl51Q&tld=com&viewMoreLink=on&sig=5MJEbdMtEHsbH9QtG_zfSMOWc2Hwi3fBgwV0Iqb5SsQ=&caption=true\" width=\"508\" height=\"337\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Be Accepting of Different Behaviors and Learn a Bit about Autism<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A few autism etiquette pointers that you should share widely with your Mosque-attending community:<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 A person who does not return your salaam may be non-verbal, not realize that you are addressing them, or not be able to respond in the time you expect.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Some people aren\u2019t okay with social touching such as hugs, kisses or even handshakes. This probably has nothing to do with you personally.<\/p>\n<p>-Some people have trouble with social boundaries and may try to hug you or get close to you before you indicate interest in such. They\u2019ve probably been told to mind such social boundaries by parents and therapists. Politely refuse and back away if you need to, but be understanding.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Some people don\u2019t make eye contact. This may simply mean that they normally don\u2019t. This may mean that they need to get used to their setting or you to make eye contact.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Someone may need to stand a little apart from others in the prayer line. It is not a commentary on your personal hygiene. (Or is it?) Some may not understand the directive to form straight lines or not leave gaps between people.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Someone who hums, rocks, flaps their hands, etc. is engaging in self-stimulatory behavior. This helps them tune out the sensory information that they don\u2019t need to pay attention to, so they can focus on the things they need to focus on. It\u2019s not something you need to focus or comment upon.<\/p>\n<p>\u2013 Because of the difficulty of obtaining a diagnosis and the stigma attached to autism, someone who shows signs of autism may not be diagnosed with it or may not wish to share it with you. Don\u2019t try to play doctor; just remember that it takes all kinds to make a world.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Next: Offer Classes to Help Teach Prayer to Autistic Muslims<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<div class=\"getty embed image\" style=\"background-color: #fff; display: inline-block; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue',Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; color: #a7a7a7; font-size: 11px; width: 100%; max-width: 594px;\">\n<div style=\"padding: 0; margin: 0; text-align: left;\"><a style=\"color: #a7a7a7; text-decoration: none; font-weight: normal !important; border: none; display: inline-block;\" target=\"_blank\" class=\" decorated-link\">Embed from Getty Images<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"overflow: hidden; position: relative; height: 0; padding: 66.666667% 0 0 0; width: 100%;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: inline-block; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0;\" src=\"\/\/embed.gettyimages.com\/embed\/109262700?et=6oEtoC6GSldO8F-0x5yk2A&tld=com&viewMoreLink=on&sig=0K6k9YjLdL_XQ6NvOuKrXLVDvlKExXFmyERGqy8wIh4=&caption=true\" width=\"594\" height=\"396\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><strong>Take Time to Teach Prayer Specifically to Neurodivergent Muslims<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This will be for extra credit, but would be well worth it: Consider coordinating with a special education teacher or occupational therapist to provide classes on <em>salah<\/em> (prayer) for neurodivergent people. While a disability may exempt a Muslim from the obligation of salah, there are some who may be interested in it and might be able to master it with the assistance of a patient teacher and the right tools. And you would have the reward of helping someone make salah when they otherwise could not. Does it get any better than that?<\/p>\n<p>These ideas may not suit every autistic person, as autism is a spectrum, and affects everyone differently. These ideas might be helpful for other neurodivergent people and make the mosque a friendlier place overall.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This is a guest post from my friend Nakia Jackson, mom to Zak, who is autistic and awesome. By Nakia Jackson The stories about autism-friendly Santas and Christmas-related events has sparked some envy. Ramadan and Eid usually find Zak and I at home. 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