Glogova V.
Assistant Prof., New Bulgarian Univesrity, 1618 Sofia, Bulgaria 21 Montevideo Str.

Abstract
The purpose of this publication is based on a literature review to highlight the main aspects of nonverbal communication and its application to create a stronger lasting “parent-child” relationship and in the education of children with ASD. The main approaches to teaching children with ASD are reviewed- learning through games, video movies, through their peers with typical behavior, through art. In all these, albeit diverse, approaches to learning, several common and important features stand out: 1. Reciprocity in activities – the child with ASD must feel the care and special attention and attitude towards him; 2. Encouragement to creativity, stimulation and integration of personal skills; 3. Absence of stress factors and the therapist’s desire to build an environment and relationships with an atmosphere of calm and safety. 4. Nonverbal communication is the basis of each of the learning approaches. 5. The listed approaches can be applied in an integrated manner.

 Keywords: autism, disorders, nonverbal communication, children, parents, therapy