What about speech therapy with someone older and animated and fun, who can keep his interest. They could practice conversations. My kid is almost 7, and does ABA everyday and they have spent a lot of time lately with him talking through videos they are showing him about staying on topic, what’s a big problem (warrants a big reaction) vs little problem (does not warrant screaming and yelling). I will take a look tomorrow and see if they are showing some YouTube videos
Pre-Teen/Early Teenager is a hard time as it is let alone coupled with Autism.
@A MyAutismTeam Member, Sometimes trying to hard on the Parents end can make matters worse. Putting too much emotional pressure on your child.
We all want our children to succeed in as many realms as possible, but sometimes then need to find that success themselves.
Your child needs to be in a 'Like-Minded' group that shares the same interests.
If your child has a hobby, encourage it, help them grow in it.
If they have no direction, maybe have them start a hobby, there are many.
Sometimes being the Best Parent means letting the Individual find themselves, alone.
He won't start or carry a conversation he doesnt make eye contact. To gets a neighbors attention outside during christmas he threw a bottle of water on a child. I tried to explain why the kid reacted like he did but my son just looked at me and said nothing. Hes 13 and I told my sister I feel like his social interactions are going backwards. It wasnt much social to begain with but now its even less. I have tried therapy social skill groups read books parent groups church groups. I have tried occupational therapy its all going no where. One day when I am not here who will protect him or help him its my worse fear. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated. Thank u
What exactly are his social difficulties?