... Show Yourself CompassionAccept that you won’t always live up to your intentions. Be kind to yourself when you fall short. If you find yourself beating yourself up, stop and think about what you would say to a friend or other member of MyAutismTeam in your shoes. Would you knock them down or encourage them to try again? ...
Setting Intentions for 2020 as a Caregiver for a Child With Autism
... Show Yourself CompassionAccept that you won’t always live up to your intentions. Be kind to yourself when you fall short. If you find yourself beating yourself up, stop and think about what you would say to a friend or other member of MyAutismTeam in your shoes. Would you knock them down or encourage them to try again? ...
... We ended up finding a medication that worked, and we made lifestyle changes that helped as well.”It’s important to remember that autism may not need to be treated in everyone. Many adults are proud of their autism diagnosis and feel it is important to who they are. Often, they have many supports that allow them to succeed and thrive. ...
4 Treatment Options for Autism
... We ended up finding a medication that worked, and we made lifestyle changes that helped as well.”It’s important to remember that autism may not need to be treated in everyone. Many adults are proud of their autism diagnosis and feel it is important to who they are. Often, they have many supports that allow them to succeed and thrive. ...
... Remember, you don’t need to apologize for setting good boundaries around what is best for you and your child.Here are some conversations from MyAutismTeam about setting and defending boundaries:"As soon as we were in the car and driving, the weight LIFTED and I felt a big smile on my face! And I blurted out: Wow, well done! ...
How Good Boundaries Make Caregiving Easier
... Remember, you don’t need to apologize for setting good boundaries around what is best for you and your child.Here are some conversations from MyAutismTeam about setting and defending boundaries:"As soon as we were in the car and driving, the weight LIFTED and I felt a big smile on my face! And I blurted out: Wow, well done! ...
... Also, setting aside dedicated time with the NT child doing something that has nothing to do with autism is key. Says one parent, “Sometimes my child is just looking for ‘pockets of normalcy’. It’s totally reasonable for her to feel that way and she appreciates the effort, however small.”1. ...
... I picked that title because to me it conjures up images of happy kids without a care in the world. ...
... Setting aside time to practice gratitude can help you get in the habit of looking for things to be thankful for. Here are some practical ways you can harness positivity in your life: Keep a gratitude journal. Each day, spend five minutes writing about three things that went well for you and why you think they happened. ...
Practicing Gratitude When Caring for a Child With Autism
... Setting aside time to practice gratitude can help you get in the habit of looking for things to be thankful for. Here are some practical ways you can harness positivity in your life: Keep a gratitude journal. Each day, spend five minutes writing about three things that went well for you and why you think they happened. ...
... If you can't bring yourself to give up the party, think of ways to save time and energy. Use paper plates, plastic flatware, and disposable tablecloths for easy cleanup. Make decorating (or de-decorating) part of the event and get everyone to help. ...
Enjoying the Holidays While Caring for a Child With Autism
... If you can't bring yourself to give up the party, think of ways to save time and energy. Use paper plates, plastic flatware, and disposable tablecloths for easy cleanup. Make decorating (or de-decorating) part of the event and get everyone to help. ...
... Again, this is setting him up to be more successful each day rather than falling behind.(1) Reach Out To Other ParentsIn the autism community, the biggest contributor to hopelessness is not knowing who to talk to and where to go for advice. ...
IEPs, iPads and Bullies: 10 Tips From a Dad Who’s Been There
... Again, this is setting him up to be more successful each day rather than falling behind.(1) Reach Out To Other ParentsIn the autism community, the biggest contributor to hopelessness is not knowing who to talk to and where to go for advice. ...
... Frequently it’s up to the parent to find ways to their child active socially. Sharon Esch shares, “I’m always looking for community activities that he can participate in and be a part of the community.” ...
... [For each skill] our OT provided us with a hands-on demonstration for how to work with our child [so that we could do it ourselves].”The “sensory diet” can be incorporated into the school setting“Our OT not only explained the sensory issues our son had, but she [also] gave us strategies [and a written ‘sensory diet’] so that he can be as independent ...
Two Tips for Finding & Working With a Great Occupational Therapist for Autism
... [For each skill] our OT provided us with a hands-on demonstration for how to work with our child [so that we could do it ourselves].”The “sensory diet” can be incorporated into the school setting“Our OT not only explained the sensory issues our son had, but she [also] gave us strategies [and a written ‘sensory diet’] so that he can be as independent ...
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