... For example, “We cannot attend the birthday party” is clearer and more direct than “I’m not sure we will be able to attend the birthday party.” Use “I” language and avoid accusations. For example, “I go to sleep early. I am not able to take calls after 9 p.m.” is less accusing than “You always call late and wake me up!”MyAutismTeam. ...
How Good Boundaries Make Caregiving Easier
... For example, “We cannot attend the birthday party” is clearer and more direct than “I’m not sure we will be able to attend the birthday party.” Use “I” language and avoid accusations. For example, “I go to sleep early. I am not able to take calls after 9 p.m.” is less accusing than “You always call late and wake me up!”MyAutismTeam. ...
... Went to a five-year-old birthday party this weekend where he knew no one and did well. He stuck by us a lot until he found the playroom. Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyAutismTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories.Feel free to ask a question here. ...
Social Life and Autism
... Went to a five-year-old birthday party this weekend where he knew no one and did well. He stuck by us a lot until he found the playroom. Have another topic you'd like to discuss or explore? Go to MyAutismTeam today and start the conversation. You'll be surprised just how many others may share similar stories.Feel free to ask a question here. ...
... Here are some conversations about social challenges: We went on a playdate at a roller rink for my son's birthday. While I was with my daughter for 5 minutes, the other mom didn't stop my son from going up to random people and asking them for something to drink. I was horrified! My son is at a new school. ...
Social Skills and Autism
... Here are some conversations about social challenges: We went on a playdate at a roller rink for my son's birthday. While I was with my daughter for 5 minutes, the other mom didn't stop my son from going up to random people and asking them for something to drink. I was horrified! My son is at a new school. ...
... Carly’s room filled with the happy tweets of the birds that nested near the small portal window of her room. I sat on the edge of her bed. It was close to five-thirty, and she was finally calming down, though still far from placid. Her room looked like a tornado had hit it. ...
A Parent’s Toxic Cocktail: Worry & Sleeplessness
... Carly’s room filled with the happy tweets of the birds that nested near the small portal window of her room. I sat on the edge of her bed. It was close to five-thirty, and she was finally calming down, though still far from placid. Her room looked like a tornado had hit it. ...
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