Does anyone have experience with getting a diagnosis for an older child? My step daughter is 10 and still hasn't had testing. We are finally on a waitlist for neuropsych. Any advice on what we cando while we wait?

My son is going to be 9 I am trying to find him a good backpack for school. He has a dedicated device he takes with him to school and now with winter snow coming snowpants are a must. So i am looking for something big enough that is durable and has a pocket for a device. Any suggestions?

My grandson, a 13 yr. old aspie, lies continuously. In all seriousness he says he knows nothing about it, he did not do it. He is also epileptic - has grand mals and has had petit mals since a toddler. I wonder: 1) does he know he is lying? 2) does he not remember having done/not done whatever? 3) does he not recognize that he is lying and see the lies as justified protection?

Has anyone else dealt with this? If so, how did you approach it?

Jazzy has always suffered from spontaneous nose bleeds. we have done a million things to try and minimize them but no matter what she has 2-3 nose bleeds every week. Usually they are pretty short, but sometimes it seems like they last ALL day! Wondered if it is a trend?

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.

Son is 20, 6 ft 2 inches, limited language skills with significant sensory needs. Not at all aggressive, but can get anxious . He is very strong physically and strong willed.

Nose bleed cycle happens every year when he gets a cold. Nose bleeds sometimes happen when he hasn’t even picked it and they can go on for up to 20 minutes. Doesn’t help as he is constantly on the move and can’t sit still for long. Doctor just tells me to do what I am already doing ie pinch nose for 10 mins , apply cold… read more

Since the pandemic, one of the twin girls with autism would become extremely hot after taking her medication risperdone. I thought this was odd so I started watching her each and every time. She would get hot all over her body like she was having a fever. I did search online and have discovered that this is a common symptom of this medication. Has anyone else ever had this issue?

Is there anything besides medication that helps your child with noises they don't like? My son is 6 and hates when I cough or the dog barks ect. He yells when he heres it. Thanks all in advance for your time and input.

He picks his nose until it bleeds. My son just turned 6 and he has always picked his nose. It has now gotten to the point where blood comes out of his nose and mouth. I'm not sure of what to do.

Has anyone gotten the Cubby Bed for their ASD/SPD children/adult?!?

What does it help with?!?