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Thoughts On Focalin?
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We are thinking about starting my son Gian on Focalin . Any one on this medicine? can you please share your experience with it?

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I am considering speaking to my son's doctor about this medication. My niece's son takes this, and she states it works fine for him. However, we all experience various side effects from any… read more

Hi. Has Anyone Tried Essential Oils To Help With Anxiety And Increase Focus For 6 Year Old Qith Autism?
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Please let me know. Trying very hard to stay off pills

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I have a bracelet that I bought on Amazon and it soaks up oils to have a scent all day. We both have a bracelet and she picks the scent for the day. If we are separated (I work) she can smell Mommy on… read more

San Francisco Special Education
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Hi! I have a 10.5 year old autistic son who has previously been in special day classes. I'm researching special education in San Francisco and wondering if anyone has information on how well the programs are run, which schools seem to be the best and any other information regarding autism support in the city. Thanks!

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Any Indiana Parents
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Any parents and kiddos in the Indiana area. I have nobody to relate to and feel like my world is crashing down. I need/want support as well as giving it and my saving grace needs some friend.

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Hi! I am near the Indy area. I have a 10 year old daughter. Feel free to contact me, maybe our kids would like to hang out. I am pretty good at finding resources or just listening:)

Any Recommendations For A Pediatric Dentist In San Francisco Who Is Good With ASD Kids?
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We go to a pediatric dentist in San Ramon. He has been the kids dentist since they got their teeth. I have never discussed their Do with him. The kids love him. They even recognize him outside if… read more

Are There Any Tracking Devices That Actually Work?
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We are going to Disneyland. Our 6 year old can sometimes be a runner so we're worried about losing him. Does anyone know of options? Some of the ones we've looked at online don't seem to work in crowded areas like malls, etc.

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Shannon, thanks so much for the advice! How do we contact your uncle / preorder? I didn't see a link to do that. Thanks again! Chris

What Is The Difference Between A MAP Doctor And DAN Doctor?
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I want to start the biomedical treatment for my son and can you please give me recommendations to a good doctor in San Francisco. Also, what is the difference between DAN doctor and MAP doctor...I take it they both specialize in biomedical treatment?

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Dr. Sanford Newmark is an integrative neurodevelopmental pediatrician at the UCSF Osher Center and follows much of the DAN protocol. He also is a network provider for many insurance companies, unlike… read more

Anyone Has A Good Swim Instructor For My 7-years Old Autism Kid In San Francisco Or San Mateo Area?
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No problem! :)

My Daughter Was Recently Diagnosed With PDD-NOS. She Has No Friends At School. Any Suggestions On Peer Groups In The San Francisco Area?
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I'm asking because the obvious one for me is to go the public swimming pool where water seems to open up kids to being social and its just so organic how kids interact with each other-- it's not like… read more

Need High School Suggestions For High Functioning Aspie With ADHD, In Bedroom Community Of San Francisco, CA.
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Are there any high schools (charter or public) in the Pittsburg/Antioch CA area that you heard could address a high functioning Aspie with ADHD? Or anywhere in the outlying areas of San Francisco? I want to move out of the city but I need to find a school with adequate support. Thanks!

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Wendy,

I found a pro bono lawyer to represent my son. We are awaiting an alternate placement. Making up for all of the years the school system failed him may not be possible, but I am hoping to… read more