... What’s amazing about these parents is how selflessly they share their wisdom and experience with other parents in the community.Do you have more than one child on the spectrum? Do you have one child on the spectrum with ‘neuro-typical’ siblings? What sorts of ways do you manage routines? ...
How Many Parents Have More Than One Child on the Autism Spectrum?
... What’s amazing about these parents is how selflessly they share their wisdom and experience with other parents in the community.Do you have more than one child on the spectrum? Do you have one child on the spectrum with ‘neuro-typical’ siblings? What sorts of ways do you manage routines? ...
... My wife and I have made the move to first talk up all the great and positive aspects of their social interactions, play dates or serendipitous Target shopping trips, and then focus on just one thing that could have been done better the next time. ...
... Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on MyAutismTeam. ...
... Chances are your family may have some idea that autism is something that it really isn’t. Express the great things your child does as well as struggles (chance to ask for help!). I have noticed that the more information I provide to my family, the more they want to interact with my son and ask about his progress. ...
My Perspective: Lessons on Navigating the Holidays and Family
... Chances are your family may have some idea that autism is something that it really isn’t. Express the great things your child does as well as struggles (chance to ask for help!). I have noticed that the more information I provide to my family, the more they want to interact with my son and ask about his progress. ...
... I was learning on each one and then I could show that work to the next person. People thought I was weird, but they respected my designs. Today you can carry your portfolio on your phone. (Reader Note: Incidentally, half the cattle in North America now are handled in a facility using one of Temple Grandin’s designs). Dr. ...
Temple Grandin on the Importance of Giving Kids with Autism a “50’s Upbringing”
... I was learning on each one and then I could show that work to the next person. People thought I was weird, but they respected my designs. Today you can carry your portfolio on your phone. (Reader Note: Incidentally, half the cattle in North America now are handled in a facility using one of Temple Grandin’s designs). Dr. ...
... Have you found ways to celebrate the holidays while meeting the needs of a child with autism? Share in the comments below or post on MyAutismTeam. ...
... Don’t have to to understand.Part of his gift. He could see it in his head. So why do the extra work?He wasn’t trying to get out of doing the test itself. Just the showing his work. And not because he didn’t want to.Because “I didn’t have to.”He was actually advocating for himself.“I understand now,” I said. ...
Because I Have Autism
... Don’t have to to understand.Part of his gift. He could see it in his head. So why do the extra work?He wasn’t trying to get out of doing the test itself. Just the showing his work. And not because he didn’t want to.Because “I didn’t have to.”He was actually advocating for himself.“I understand now,” I said. ...
... By modeling a peaceful, healthy lifestyle and resisting the urge to continually step in and fix problems for their son or daughter, their young adult will have the best chance for long term success. When a young adult is beginning to shift or transition to the next stage, a parent can slowly let go and focus on taking care of their own needs. ...
The Trouble With Eye Contact
... By modeling a peaceful, healthy lifestyle and resisting the urge to continually step in and fix problems for their son or daughter, their young adult will have the best chance for long term success. When a young adult is beginning to shift or transition to the next stage, a parent can slowly let go and focus on taking care of their own needs. ...
... I have to be more patient too." • "Don't be afraid to ask questions! As parents, we know our children best so if there is any doubt or second-guessing of any kind to bring it up because this process essentially is laying the guidelines for your child's entire future." • "Our doctor didn’t “see” autism but fully supported us by signing orders. ...
The Importance of Trusting Yourself
... I have to be more patient too." • "Don't be afraid to ask questions! As parents, we know our children best so if there is any doubt or second-guessing of any kind to bring it up because this process essentially is laying the guidelines for your child's entire future." • "Our doctor didn’t “see” autism but fully supported us by signing orders. ...
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