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My Grandaughter Wont Sleep
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This is the solution that has worked for my child. He is 10 years old. This has worked for him for about 3 years. Prior to that, he had other medications but they did not work or had side effects… read more

posted February 13
Is The Ocupational Therapist The Only Person In The School Who Can Implement A Sensory Diet If The Kid Is In A ABA Classroom?
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His behaviorist said that his OT is the only staff in the school who can implement his sensory diet. She is only twice a week in the school. Can his OT trained his especial ed teacher and his one on one aide/aides in his classroom? We have a kid that not only is in the spectrum but have ADHD, poor functional communication skills, he needs frequent movement, classroom size is too small, i requested a sensory diet as part of his IEP and the answer was that only OT is allow to implement it.

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Thank you all for the good advices, I did provide the classroom with like two boxes full sensory toys/ sensory break, teacher and OT said that they are trying to create a quiet/sensory corner in the… read more

posted January 31, 2015
How To Help My Son Listen More
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My son loses focus a lot. What can I do to help him. And what are you guys thoughts on giving your kid medication too help them focus and listen

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I usually would let my son look at me first, eye contact is important and then use a calm voice, making sure he can hear me and then give him a chance to respond being patient for his response.

posted February 1, 2015
Do You Use Essential Oils
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I just started using essential oils on my son and noticed a big difference in his attitude and the way he is able to focus now....I was wondering if anybody else has used them

A MyAutismTeam Member

We use essential oils with my son and they are awesome

posted August 1, 2015
Has Anyone Used A Weighted Blanket For Their Child. I Want To Get One But They Are Expensive.
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Just wanted to know if anyone has used a weighted blanket for their child. I think Makayla would really benefit from one. They are expensive, but i may ask my mom and dad if they would go in on one with me.

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It's nice to get different side to help our kids..... Great job everyone😊

posted March 17, 2015
My Grandson Is Some Asperger And Some O.C.D.issues With Anger Control.
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When confronted with the least problem he gets defensive and some times out of control.I turn to comforting him until he is past the anger.The comfort comes when he has really gotten out of control.

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So, what I have learned is to 1.) never raise my voice...as I go up, he goes up. 2.) while he is stressing I remind him that I love him 3.) if you are punishing him, ask him what should be done...I… read more

posted February 3, 2015
Public VS Private Schools
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I'm trying to transfer my daughter from NJ Public School District to Philadelphia, since Philadelphia's Public School District doesn't have good references. I would like to enroll my daughter into a private school, where she can continue receiving her current services and good quality treatment. I was told that I can't do that unless I have a lawsuit against the PA Public School and/or a lawyer. I was wondering if anyone here could give me any advice on how I can make this process a little less… read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

Are there any charter schools...which would be a public school, but different set up...less kids, etc.

posted February 3, 2015
Has Anyone Found ANY Life Insurance Agencies That Will Cover Your Child ?
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my son has been denied life insurance coverage , over the last 23 years now.

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try this company also settlers insurance ask for this guy Hose Young (Phone number can only be seen by the question and answer creators) tell him your a friend of mine

posted February 9, 2015 (edited)
8 Yr Old Using Diaper At Nite Nite.
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Overnight diapers.

Still leaks through

Help!

A MyAutismTeam Member

Children can't totally control their need to go until puberty I know it sounds far out but it's not really. I remember a kid in 4th grade had an accident in class kid terrorized him for it. I recall… read more

posted December 8, 2022
I Have A Petition On CHANGE.ORG Asking Chancellor Farina To Put Cameras On All Special Needs School Buses. Go And Sign It And Share It. A
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