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Anyone's Kid Constant Scripting?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My son has a habit of scripting a lot. From the moment he wakes up, he repeats phrases he saw on TV, repeat some answers we have him, or repeats he what he wants to do for the day. This lasts pretty much all day.

When people see him and ask him a question, he typically ignores as he is so occupied with the scripting.

Anyone experience this with their child and is this just a phase? This is really hindering his ability to learn so Im pretty concerned about this.

A MyAutismTeam Member

hi peter, how is your son doing now? any progress? my son is the same. he is 5.5. i can't stop it. he can ask for his needs, answer questions and read a lot of sight words but his scripting just drive… read more

posted August 11, 2017
Seattle Wa Best School Districts And DDAs
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Hi Guys we relocated to Idaho and love it. But in about 4 yrs we are thinking about moving to Seattle. What are the best school districts and DDAs services?

A MyAutismTeam Member

Having some time to talk with parents who have done this for a while, almost all recommend Bellevue over Lake Washington

posted September 24, 2015
Speech Therapy & The IEP
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Does anyone here get 1:1 clinic based speech therapy for their ASD kid through the school district (either in addition too or in lieu of the one offered in school- group or private).
If so, could you please explain to me how you got the district to pay for this service & how I can have it written into my sons IEP?

A MyAutismTeam Member

My son does. They had too. Only because he cannot be around other students for more than 5 minutes due to him totally shutting down. This doesnt help you, Im sure. But it can be done.

posted December 26, 2014
Still Undecided About Preschool
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

We are still trying to make a decision as to whether we should send our son to a private preschool or to the special needs preschool in our district. Has anyone tried any other alternatives for preschool or tried a co-op preschool?
Does anyone have any recommendations of private preschools in the Los Angeles/ Pasadena area that cater to special needs kidos?

A MyAutismTeam Member

Thank you guys! We are considering the shadow option or possibly a ABA instructor with him
I'm going to a preschool fair Sat. So maybe I'll get more info. I did contact the Help Group awhile ago but… read more

posted January 9, 2015
Why Would A Doctor Get Upset About A Negative Social Media Rating?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

An acting Chief of Staff at Larabida Children's Hospital called our house on Monday. He and 2 other doctors we dismissed got together and decided to call the house while I was not there and try and intimidate my daughter into finding another medical facility to go to. It appears that the doctor along with two others we have dismissed at Larabida Children's Hospital became very upset that our family gave them horrible ratings on Healthgrades.com and Facebook as well as Instagram. My twin… read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

Just an update....we are now at another facility that was suggested to us. The other parents and administrators that we spoke with felt that in the best interest of the twins, it was not necessary to… read more

posted March 31, 2015
Private Elementary School In Orlando
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Does anyone know any good private elementary school in Orlando that work well with special needs kids?

A MyAutismTeam Member

@A MyAutismTeam Member thank you so much for your response

posted September 21, 2015
Does This Site Support Autism Speaks?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Autism speaks puts their donated funds into researching how to eradicate autism. Not something I will ever support. Can anyone tell me if this website is affiliated with them??

A MyAutismTeam Member

This website tends to have a wide range of opinions and information. It's not dominated by one school of thought or group which I find refreshing. Too many websites out there with an agenda and… read more

posted December 22, 2014
My 5 Yr Old Daughter Has Been Spitting/slobbing Alot! Has Anyone Else Experience This With Their Child?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyAutismTeam Member

in the spring when he has allergy's he chronically sniffs & it continues for a couple months after the season is done, (it does get way worse when he's stressed out)

posted December 24, 2014
What Can I Do To Stop My Five Year Old From Making Himself Bleed?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Over the last few months my son has developed a new scary habit of making himself bleed at all different times for no reason that I can see. I asked him about it and it had something to do with the colour red and needing to see it. But if he has a torch that is red he's scared of it. I just don't understand and I hate seeing blood over him and I can't hold him 24/7. If you have any ideas please help

A MyAutismTeam Member

Make like a "game" get him those halloween temporary tattoos or rubber cuts and bleeding arms and faces I guarantee in a week He would be bored to see that

posted December 30, 2014
AngelSense
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

If you're thinking of getting one to track your son's or daughter's movements. Don't bother. It doesn't work. You have to charge it by a window. . My sons's lost the signal while charging and never got it back. I had it out with me while I went to work. I sit by a window. No signal. I guess the cell signal is so weak there is no connection. No cell signal and no GPS. I've talked to the owner and will get another SIM card shortly. I'll keep you posted. At this point a waste of money.

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