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My son will be four next month. He was diagnosed with ASD at age 2 and has been in various therapies ever since. He is very kind hearted and laid back, but lately has been turning into a little hellion whenever my Husband has to leave for work. Both my Husband and I have noticed this behavior started when he took a second job. Yes, he is gone more often now. He spends almost all of his spare time with our son.
Now, when I say a… read more
posted 12 months ago by A MyAutismTeam User
A MyAutismTeam User said:
what about husband calling on the phone from work as soon as he can... set up with son before him that if son is good when Dad leaves and Dad… read more
posted 12 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
My Husband works evenings and has no access to his phone until way after our son is in bed. He also has no access to email at work as he is on… read more
posted 12 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
But remember it has to be if your son was good while dad goes off to work. You might want to have a hidden stash so if dad cant bring someting… read more
posted 12 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
Something similar happens with my 4yr old. He adores his ABA therapist and each time she leaves, he screams and beckons to her with his hand… read more
posted 11 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
I love the idea of the social story! My son has not seen my Husband's workplace, so this would be something very enjoyable for him!… read more
posted 11 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
We kind of have the same thing. Kaden just gets real anxious and annoyed when Dad leaves. He will tell Kaden a specific thing he will do with… read more
posted 11 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
Sounds like his routine has been altered. Our kids thrive on it(routine). A visual schedule with when dad comes home may help. Maybe a visual… read more
posted 11 months ago
A MyAutismTeam User said:
I would add to the other suggestions a timer. Using something that is visual and auditory may be best. Often my daughter just doesn't get… read more
posted 11 months ago
