"As you may know, some of the stereotyped behaviors exhibited by autistic children are also found in zoo animals who are raised in a barren environment"
- Temple Grandin
About this Quote
This quote by Temple Grandin is describing the similarities between the habits of autistic kids and zoo animals who are raised in a barren environment. Grandin is suggesting that the absence of stimulation and interaction in a barren environment can result in similar habits in both autistic kids and zoo animals. This might include recurring behaviors, problem with social interaction, and problem with interaction. Grandin is suggesting that supplying a stimulating environment with a lot of interaction and communication can help to lower these behaviors in both autistic children and zoo animals. This quote highlights the importance of offering a stimulating environment for both autistic children and zoo animals in order to help them reach their complete potential.
This quote is written / told by Temple Grandin somewhere between August 29, 1947 and today. He/she was a famous Educator from USA.
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