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AC.cm Interesting approach. I'll have have to try the "First - Then" piece of paper. However, what is also interesting is that, (what I forgot to mention) is that rewards are not effective either. Stickers, marbles, cars, food etc. Also, we've been working on a task checklist at school, this system seems to be working well so far. I'll have to try to find a way to implement this at home somehow.
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Responding to mich teo and to anyone else in a similiar situation,I completely understand the frustration you're feeling as far as finally coming to the point of scheduling an evaluation and then finding out you have to wait months before you can begin the process. We had some of our toughest times during this waiting period and were counting the days until our appointment. When we got the results at the final consultation however it was such a relief. It's amazing how different things are now. Of course nobody would ever wish their child to have any type of disorder but to finally have some answers and know that now you can start moving in the right direction and have the proper resources at school for your child and to know how you can make things less stressful for your child, is such a great thing. Everything now and thinking back to his whole life just seems to make sense now. So hang in there! For transitions I try to give as much notice as possible beforehand, and even just asking him how he feels about the transition-rating his level of anxiety on a scale from one to five and if he's feeling like a "five" then ask what we can do to help get him to a "one" . I've noticed the key to preventing or to lessining the severity of an outburst is to help him express how he is feeling. As simple as that sounds it actually works somtimes! I've recently been introduced to the strategy of using "social stories". If you have advance notice of an event that could cause some anxiety for your child you could make up a story about your child going to the event and how things will go and maybe how he could deal with certain things and then read it with him beforehand. Then he'll feel more in control perhaps of knowing what is going to take place. Also any visual cues are great. Take pictures of him doing certain daily tasks then hang them up in order and then he can know daily what to expect next or even as you're trying to get him to do someting also pointing to the picture at the same time will enforce it. I hang pictures of faces with different expressions on them up and when my son is having trouble expressing his emotions properly I bring him to them and have him point to how he is feeling. |
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Carrie, Thanks soooo much for your empathy. It's sometimes comforting to know that one is not alone. I guess it's true what they say, misery likes company. However, we are in the process with the school district to complete his evaluation and we were fortunate enough that we got an appointment to see the Developmental Pediatrician on Good Friday because of a cancellation. Whew! Only a few more weeks. The facial expression cards seem to be helpful with my little guy. thanks for the tip. Transitions..... hmm that seems to be an issue still, I try to give him 5 minute interval warnings ie "15 min 'til time do whatever, 10 min, 5 min, 1 min" but still seems to dawdle a long while! (biting my cheek while i'm writing this....) No tantrums, just dawdling FOREVER!
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Hey guys.
I have read most of your inserts and everybody is trying to put one specific set of symptoms to say whether they self-diagnosed correctly.
The fact is, is that every single person with whatever spectrum of autism they have, have different symptoms.
My 6 1/2 year old son has been seen sense he was two years old from therapists and school specialists. He has recently been diagnosed from a Phd pyschotherapist who specializes in autism.
To tell the truth, it was actually a relief to put a name to his personality.
Every single person with autism has different autism symptoms.
My son happens to experiance: significant speech delays, does not pick up on social cues, occasional twirling, hates swinging motions, being seen by a gastrointerolgist for constipation, chosing to play with toys that are not typcially age-appropriate, doesnt use too much immaginative play...instead, copies movies every chance he gets, lack of empathy most times... NO sense of personal space. He grabs my arm and clinches his teeth to release extra pinned up energy.
NOW, for the positive side of him... He is academically doing great (average grades). He is very commical, energetic, great tone in his speech, being around him for a while no one would ever guess that he has HFA.
The fact is, everybody, that people read .."well, he doesnt have this symptom." or " he doesnt have that symptom.". But really, you dont have to have every single symptoms or an exact amount of other specific ones to be diagnosed.
Every autistic child (no matter what end of the spectrum) will have a different combination of symptoms.
We love our son so much! He is the light of our lives. We, as parents, have learned the hard way, to stop listening to other peoples "helpful advise" and do what we feel is best for our son. What works best for you is usually the best answer. Nobody knows your child the way you do!
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I have autism too, it is Multiple-Complex Development Disorder. I was diagnose when I was in the 11th grade now I'm in the 12th grade. I always knew something was different about me, but didn't know what it was until now. However Multiple-Complex Development Disorder is rare or something therefore their ain't a lot of information about it. I'm usually alone, but I like being alone. I have an anxiety problem especially when I'm in public therefore I try to do something to keep my mom off being nervous. I start feeling depress when I was 13 years old. My depress comes and goes. The only thing hard about having autism is that people don't understand what autism is and will treat you different if found out you have it. I don't really care for social events and don't have much to say to others. |
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I would like to reach out to fellow moms with children who have autism. My son is 3 1/2 years old, and he has symptoms of autism, but i am unsure if he has it. He doesn't really like to play with other kids, he usually hurts them. When he is told certain behavior is inapproiate, he bites himself on the arm. He likes things in a certain order, he has frequent meltdowns, yet he is affectionate with family, and speaks, although he is considered behind for his age. He isn't quite where his peers are. At his Pre-school, they say he doesn't play with the other kids, but he listens, and does what they tell him. I am so confused, does anyone think it could be a form of autism???? I have always had a feeling, but never been quite sure. Anyone help???
Sincerely,
Amanda Z.
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I am a mom with a 6 year old boy with high functioning autism. He was diagnosed at 3 years old. If you are looking for answers I will tell you the course I took to help my son. First you need to get a confirmed diagnosis from a pediatric neurologist. Talk to your pediatrician about your concerns, he/she can give you a referral. Then you get on the website Gethealthagain.com. There is a whole explanation as to causes for autism. They also sell products to help reduce the symptoms. I have bought their products and have seen good results with my son. This past June at his PPT with the school they told me he has progressed faster than any child they have seen with autism. Also check the website Vitallinks.com. They have a Listening Therapy Program to help kids with sensory issues. This also has hepled my son tremendously to deal with all sorts of sensory and attention issues. Try the website http://www.rescuegeneration.com you will find hope for biomedical treatments. My son has an appointment this tues with a DAN doctor (Defeat Austism Now). The internet is your friend, use it for research |
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Amanda,
Please check out the website: http://www.autismspeaks.org if you have not done so. Please review the "Autism video glossary" section carefully then you will find out if your child is autistic or not. Early intervention is very important. After doing your reading, if you think that he is, please talk with his doctor and request for an evaluation from expert. OR you can just come to the school district for more information. If his is autistic, he needs to be placed in special ed pre-school class that provide for you for FREE from your school district.
My daughter is 4.5, she is also on the spectrum. She has received lots of help from her educator for the past 1.5 year.
Best wishes,
Emily
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Hello,
I am 21 and have a 2 year old that has just been diagnosed with Autism. I believe he is very high-functioning, but I have heard about this GFCF diet that is placed all over the internet... If there is anybody out there who has tips on where I can get affordable food for my child, that'd be great. I am on a budget and I went to a Health food store last night and about died!! I cannot believe I paid almost $5.00 for 9 cookies in a box. Please any suggestions would really help, as I want my little boy to get better!!
Thanks,
Marla
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Have you tried the Special Kids book which has recipies for gluten free food? Here is a link to it on amazon.com http://www.amazon.com/Special-Diets-Kids-Lisa-Lewis/dp/1885477449
Maybe it could be more cost effective to make some of these items at home. However, I do not have first hand knowledge of this. Maybe someone else out there can tell us if it cost less to make the food or not.
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For high functiuoning non-verbal autistics there has been positive results with the rapidly improving augmentative communication technologies. Check out the Vantage from PRC or the Dynavox from Dynavox Systems. For those who type, the Link and the new Alphasmart have text-to-speech. This is a quick note, but I want to respond. Hope it helps!!! Barbara
ps: check the past presentations on AT/AAC on the Autreat or ANI website.
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Hi All,
I wanted to share with you 2 great CD's to help kids with High Functioning Autism deal with Social Skills---
These have been endorsed by both Carol Gray and Tony Attwood.
Carol Gray carries both of these CD's at The Gray Center,
and here is what Tony Attwood wrote:
"Thank you so much for sending me the 'My Turn, Your Turn' CD. It is excellent; I really like the music and the message. The singer, Cathy Bollinger, has a wonderful voice, and I am impressed with the quality of production."
~Tony Attwood, The Asperger's Syndrome Clinic, Australia
MY TURN YOUR TURN: Songs for Social Skills...
My Turn Your Turn, the seventh CD from award-winning singer-songwriter, Cathy Bollinger sparkles with thoroughly singable songs that gently address the needs of children who find social interaction confusing or challenging. Using descriptive, social story-like phrases to talk about concrete situations, My Turn Your Turn sings children through the tricky territory of engaging with others. Songs touch on
- looking towards others' eyes
- saying you don't understand
- asking to play
- saying please, thank you and excuse me
- showing empathy
- asking for help
- handling anger
- and other daily social skills.
With music that makes lessons fun to learn, Cathy Bollinger, a trained music therapist, breaks common everyday interactions down into simpler and more understandable activities. Who ever said children’s music had to just be for kids? Parents too have said that they love the effect of good manners mixed with terrific music.
READY TO LEARN! Songs for School Success
Cathy Bollinger, a much-loved singer-songwriter who also happens to be a Music Therapist, has written these tunes for use in today’s everyday world. These multisensory songs, ranging from snazzy to jazzy, will help your child and/or student have success in school, through her children’s music:
repetition of basic living skills, those of
- listening
- following directions
- using friendly manners towards others
- focusing on their work,
- transitioning from one activity to another
- and lining up.
Our goal is to give kids with autism an extra chance to learn, rehearse and practice these important skills in advance of and while actually in the classroom. Plus, TWO bonus tracks are included for a quick reminder or cue to line up or to change activities. These songs are great for schools and for homeschools too!
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Hi All,
I wanted to share with you 2 great CD's to help kids with High Functioning Autism deal with Social Skills---http://www.rivannamusic.com
These have been endorsed by both Carol Gray and Tony Attwood.
Carol Gray carries both of these CD's at The Gray Center,
and here is what Tony Attwood wrote:
"Thank you so much for sending me the 'My Turn, Your Turn' CD. It is excellent; I really like the music and the message. The singer, Cathy Bollinger, has a wonderful voice, and I am impressed with the quality of production."
~Tony Attwood, The Asperger's Syndrome Clinic, Australia
MY TURN YOUR TURN: Songs for Social Skills...
My Turn Your Turn, the seventh CD from award-winning singer-songwriter, Cathy Bollinger sparkles with thoroughly singable songs that gently address the needs of children who find social interaction confusing or challenging. Using descriptive, social story-like phrases to talk about concrete situations, My Turn Your Turn sings children through the tricky territory of engaging with others. Songs touch on
- looking towards others' eyes
- saying you don't understand
- asking to play
- saying please, thank you and excuse me
- showing empathy
- asking for help
- handling anger
- and other daily social skills.
With music that makes lessons fun to learn, Cathy Bollinger, a trained music therapist, breaks common everyday interactions down into simpler and more understandable activities. Who ever said children’s music had to just be for kids? Parents too have said that they love the effect of good manners mixed with terrific music.
READY TO LEARN! Songs for School Success
Cathy Bollinger, a much-loved singer-songwriter who also happens to be a Music Therapist, has written these tunes for use in today’s everyday world. These multisensory songs, ranging from snazzy to jazzy, will help your child and/or student have success in school, through her children’s music:
repetition of basic living skills, those of
- listening
- following directions
- using friendly manners towards others
- focusing on their work,
- transitioning from one activity to another
- and lining up.
Our goal is to give kids with autism an extra chance to learn, rehearse and practice these important skills in advance of and while actually in the classroom. Plus, TWO bonus tracks are included for a quick reminder or cue to line up or to change activities. These songs are great for schools and for homeschools too!
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