My inner voice: an innovation of self-expression with the communication book / Muna Kameelah Sauid … [et al.]

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that presents challenges in social communication and repetitive behaviours. Conventional means of communication support may not always be helpful in meeting the special needs of people with "nonverbal ASD." Individuals with nonverbal ASD suffer severe difficulties in expressing their needs through speech. "My Inner Voice" is a tool designed to help people with autism improve their self-expression skills by using communication buttons. It offers a broad range of functions to facilitate productive communication. “My Inner Voice” is designed as an interactive book style that uses text, images, colours, and noises to provide sensory alternatives. This product innovation offers new perspectives and communication skills, which can be incredibly useful for those with ASD who struggle with standard communication methods. The innovation has the potential to cater the needs of families, educators, therapists, and other interested parties through various channels such as internet merchants, specialty stores, or direct sales. The collaborative nature of this book is evident in its requirement for the active involvement of parents, teachers, and therapists throughout the entire process. Their input ensures that this communication book tool is customised to the unique needs of the student and aligns with their home environment.