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Toilet Training
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My son it 7 and he will pee in the toilet but won't poop? Did anyone else deal with this and what did you do??

A MyAutismTeam Member

@A MyAutismTeam Member thank you I ask the therapist and she said its sensory because its a feeling of losing a part of themselves. After awhile he'll get the hang of it. I'm hoping he does very soon.

posted August 16, 2015
Where Is The Best Place To Live In Colorado?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My husband & I want to move our family out to Colorado in the next 2 years. We would love to live near the mountains and also near a community that has programs like Easter Seals so our daughter can get out of the house and have fun during the summer. Where would be the best place to move?

A MyAutismTeam Member

I constantly check online (if anywhere we plan to move it's always good to really do your research) especially if you know your child might not be so open to change. I have checked for cities that are… read more

posted July 5, 2019
Help Needed On Where To Get Medical Diagnosis After School Evaluations Declared My Son ASD.
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

I'm new in this ASD world. My 4 year old son was just diagnosed by his preschool as having ASD. My question is where do I go from here? I want further testing from a medical professional, I'm just not sure where to even start. Can anyone give me some advice?

A MyAutismTeam Member

The first thing should be done is find out who your insurance covers and make an appointment to get a medical diagnosis. With a medical diagnosis you are now legally covered. Then start researching… read more

posted August 12, 2015
California Parents - Can Parents Be IHSS Providers?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

I finally applied for In Home Support Services for my adult son. If approved, does California allow parents to be the paid provider for IHSS? I ask because I also have two small kids at home and I know no service will include them. Having someone else come in and do things won't help me but being my son's "provider" would bring in a little extra income since I can't work due to him needing constant supervision.

Is Any Of The Parents Working With Vocational Rehabilation In Your State Or City?
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
A MyAutismTeam Member

If any way on this site has dealt with vocational rehabilitation n your state or city and had a negative outcome or no help at all..Please email your situations directly to me at : [[email: [[email… read more

posted August 14, 2015 (edited)
Difference Between Asd And Hfa
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Hi everyone,

At the end of my son's kindergarten year (last Spring), he was diagnosed as having Autism Spectrum Disorder. Originally, everyone on his team (including me) assumed his diagnosis would be High Functioning Autism. I know it's all a spectrum, and traits are fluid and change from person to person, but is there something specific that made the diagnosis be specifically ASD and not HFA? When I look at the DSM, he seems to fit the definition of HFA, so I'm curious as to how the… read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

The school psychologist normally won't tell you everything. Since it is throught he school. You have to go through a medical psychologist to get the most definate diagnosis, terms, meanings and so… read more

posted August 12, 2015
School Registration/enrollment Question.
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

So I feel like this is the worlds dumbest question, but, do I need to re-enroll my child for every school year if she stays at the same school? Last year was her first year of preschool in a sdc, and we had her annual IEP meeting about a week after school ended in june. Do I need to re enroll her for this school year? It just occurred to me...

A MyAutismTeam Member

Usually you register your child every year before school starts so I would definitely find out those dates! :)

posted August 12, 2015
Compound Pharmacy
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Looking for a compound pharmacy near gaston county nc

Divorce And Autistic Children
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

I am in the process of looking for a divorce attorney. I want to make this as peaceful and nonconfrontational as I can for myself and the kids. It's not that he's abusive, because he's not I don't want to give the wrong idea, but it's the arguing that is likely to go on. To give a bit of an insight, this would be the third time my husband's had an online girlfriend. Except this time, she is in the same state only an hour and half away. He denies this despite the truth and will not talk about it… read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

get an adovcate for your sons needs - then the three of you can decide whats best for your son- it will take the pressure off the two of you. they would be only interested in sons needs - impartial

posted August 12, 2015
Pika
A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

How do you break a kid from putting things in his mouth. He doesn't swallow them to my knowledge and will spit it out if he is asked to without a fight. I want to break him of this issue all together. Thanks!!!

A MyAutismTeam Member

I like the Discovery Toys' four-headed pacifier and the electric toothbrush idea.

posted October 5, 2015
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