... What helps you 'let go' of things out of your control? Share in the comments below or directly on MyAutismTeam.com ...
... She wants to help, but doesn’t really know what to do. She used to repeat herself over and over again to my son, trying to help, but it just made us angry. We felt like she assumed our son was unintelligent. Turns out, she was told that repetition helps with learning. ...
My Perspective: Lessons on Navigating the Holidays and Family
... She wants to help, but doesn’t really know what to do. She used to repeat herself over and over again to my son, trying to help, but it just made us angry. We felt like she assumed our son was unintelligent. Turns out, she was told that repetition helps with learning. ...
... For many, particularly those that are non-verbal it is extremely difficult for them to communicate to us what they are experiencing.Many but not all manifestations of underlying medical conditions also are present with compromised breathing.Effective respiration and diaphragmatic control is essential for:- Strengthening the immune system, brain and ...
What Causes Meltdowns?
... For many, particularly those that are non-verbal it is extremely difficult for them to communicate to us what they are experiencing.Many but not all manifestations of underlying medical conditions also are present with compromised breathing.Effective respiration and diaphragmatic control is essential for:- Strengthening the immune system, brain and ...
... Follow your instincts and pursue what you think is best and right, even if others who may know a bit more aren’t so sure." Was there a moment when you doubted your caregiving approach and later realized that your instincts were right? Or an instance when you were glad you trusted yourself? ...
The Importance of Trusting Yourself
... Follow your instincts and pursue what you think is best and right, even if others who may know a bit more aren’t so sure." Was there a moment when you doubted your caregiving approach and later realized that your instincts were right? Or an instance when you were glad you trusted yourself? ...
... To be clear, she does not like what she’s seeing. She wants to encourage parents of kids on the spectrum to make sure they stretch and teach their kids more, get them to try new things and learn new skills (even if the kids don’t want to do it at the time, and even though they may fail at it initially). ...
... When they show the world what it means to live and thrive with autism, they offer a roadmap and inspire confidence for how we might do the same.Whether famous or not, the public acknowledgment of one’s condition is a brave act in the face of the stigma of those on the spectrum. ...
What Greta Thunberg's Autism Diagnosis Does for the Rest of Us
... When they show the world what it means to live and thrive with autism, they offer a roadmap and inspire confidence for how we might do the same.Whether famous or not, the public acknowledgment of one’s condition is a brave act in the face of the stigma of those on the spectrum. ...
... Preparing their friends – As kids, and young adults, most panelists became accustomed to giving an “Autism 101” talk to their friends before they first meet a sibling on the spectrum – just to let them know what to expect. One woman told a hysterical story about her little brother Mikey who went through a phase when he was younger. ...
What About the Siblings? – 6 Tips From Siblings of Individuals With Autism
... Preparing their friends – As kids, and young adults, most panelists became accustomed to giving an “Autism 101” talk to their friends before they first meet a sibling on the spectrum – just to let them know what to expect. One woman told a hysterical story about her little brother Mikey who went through a phase when he was younger. ...
... Talk with your healthcare provider to find out which diagnostic tools and tests are recommended, and contact your insurance company to see what your costs might be.Depending on the individual person’s needs, the cost of living with autism can vary. ...
How Is Autism Diagnosed? Criteria, Cost, and More
... Talk with your healthcare provider to find out which diagnostic tools and tests are recommended, and contact your insurance company to see what your costs might be.Depending on the individual person’s needs, the cost of living with autism can vary. ...
... I told her I’m hoping she will take what I’m telling her seriously because my son has not gotten the help he needs." 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. ...
Tap Into the Power of Directness: Use "I"
... I told her I’m hoping she will take what I’m telling her seriously because my son has not gotten the help he needs." 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. ...
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