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My 12 Year Old Is Having Problem Coming Outside. Hes Been Home For 2 Mos When You Try To Get Him Dress He Attacks. No One Can Take Him Out.
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Also could you try or have you tried talking to him about maybe the last time he went out.. did something bad happen? Did something fun happen? Maybe he can think of something fun to do outside and… read more

How To Stop A Meltdown Once It Has Started
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if my son is playing a game on the copmuter or ps2 and he loses he has a complete meltdown, and i try to calm himm down but talking to him only makes him madder and holding him makes it worse so then my dad(who doesnt understand autism) comes to the bedroom(which has no door on it for me to be able to shut,and tells me to just spank his behind. But I dont want to teach him to hit or slap any more than he does already, anyone got advice, i sure could use it

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Just let it run it's course and try to "ignore" it, making sure he can't hurt himself by matter-of-factly removing objects that could cause him harm.

Non Verbal Autism
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For those of you who have kids that are not non verbal how old where they when they started speaking in sentences? Thanks in advance for your response.

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My daughter was 2 years old before she started forming words, about three when she finally started forming sentences. We learned some sign language and that helped a lot.

Popp
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My daughter puts poop everywhere all the time soon as I check her diaper she's fine 5 minutes later she has it all over help

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Something like this

Teenage Son Gets Aggressive With His Aides At School
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Hello Melissa, you are in good company. I would suggest calling an IEP and requesting a behavior assessment. With the assessment results, they can provide services from a school behaviorist.

Behavior Issues At School
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My grandson is getting in trouble at school because he’s pushing or biting other kids. We’ve had many conversations, but he always gets easily frustrated and reacts this way. How do we help him?

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Im so sorry to hear this. You must feel stressed about it. I agree with what’s been said. The behaviours are showing overwhelm or distress. This means staff need to be proactive. Sometimes those… read more

Potty Training
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My son is 5.....he has HFA, ADHD combo, SPD, and Pica.....he will use the potty at school but fights at home.....he doesn't mind sitting in soiled or wet pull ups or underwear.....he will go potty if he is changing and has to go.....so now my questions......

How long will this last?
Why doesn't it bother him to be in soiled or wet pull ups or underwear?
Why don't rewards work?
Am I alone in this?

I'm tired of smelling my child in public

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My 5 yr old daughter loves My Little Pony (understatement). She has a chromosome duplication that causes all kinds of havoc including autistic behaviours. She will potty on toilet prompted but will… read more

Does Anyone Have Any Advice On Making Transitions Easier For My Little?
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It seems like he is struggling in school due to transitioning from one activity to another. He gets upset and starts banging his head on the floor 😭

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My son has some anxiety about what to expect next in school. A picture schedule for the day or a picture of what to expect for the next activity might help. I have seen some kids with helmets if meds… read more

My Son Who Just Turned 3 Is Refusing To Throw Up While Being Sick He Shows The Sights Of Gagging And Swallowing But Just Won't He Gets Scar
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My son used to have to hug me when throwing up
Fortunately, it was very rare. And I could read him well
Enough to know when he was going to throw up. so I would run outside with him and try to lean… read more

Is It Normal For Autistic Children To Constantly Get Into A Fridge, Freezer Or Closets?
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What's normal autistic behavior?

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Yes ! Luna does this. She constantly changes her clothes but never puts anything back. She is constantly in the fridge going after her ice cream and yoghurt.