Social Stories are visual support tools that can help individuals with ASD better understand what is expected in various medical environments. Plan to review the social story for yourself or with your loved one well in advance of the procedure or appointment. This allows time to process expectations, identify possible challenges, and problem solve ways to help decrease anxiety.
Check out our new additions - October 2024
Blood Draw (personalize this editable version)
Colonoscopy
Use our social stories below to help prepare for an upcoming medical appointment or procedure.
Anesthesia With a Mask (pdf)
Checking Your Height (pdf)
Checking Your Vision (pdf)
Checking Your Weight (pdf)
COVID-19 Coronavirus Toolkit (pdf)
SPANISH COVID-19 Coronavirus Toolkit (pdf)
- SPANISH COVID-19: Detailed COVID-19 Coronavirus Test (pdf)
- SPANISH COVID-19: Simple COVID-19 Coronavirus Test (pdf)
CT Scan IV Contrast Part 1 (pdf)
CT Scan IV Contrast Part 2 (pdf)
CT Scan Oral Contrast Part 1 Drink (pdf)
CT Scan Oral Contrast Part 2 Scan (pdf)
Getting a Cast (pdf)
Getting an EKG (pdf)
Getting an IV (pdf)
Getting an MRI (pdf)
Getting an Ultrasound (pdf)
Getting an MRI with Earplugs (pdf)
Getting an MRI with Headphones and Goggles (pdf)
Getting Staples Part 1 (pdf)
Getting Staples Part 2 (pdf)
Getting Stitches Part 1 (pdf)
Getting Stitches Part 2 (pdf)
Hospital Pajamas, Adult (pdf)
Hospital Pajamas, Pediatric (pdf)
MRI IV Induction Part 1 (pdf)
MRI IV Induction Part 2 (pdf)
MRI IV Induction Part 3 (pdf)
MRI Mask Induction Part 1 (pdf)
MRI Mask Induction Part 2 (pdf)
MRI with Contrast Part 1 (pdf)
MRI with Contrast Part 2 Wand (pdf)
MRI with Contrast Part 3 Earplugs (pdf)
MRI with Contrast Part 4 Headphones (pdf)
Pulse OX Monitor (pdf)
Stitches and Staples (pdf)
Taking your Temperature (pdf)
Using a Stethoscope (pdf)
Using a Tongue Compressor (pdf)
X-Ray Lying Down (pdf)
X-Ray Standing (pdf)