Myrtle Said:

Would nice some good advice. We will be moving to another State.?

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go to state parks to camp they are around 10 dollars a night for one adult tent up to 6 people,,,,,,free tent if real small kids size,,, they have junior ranger badges the kids can earn if they go to enough free programs and small classes,,,,,,,,,lots of fun,,,,,,,,get bags of jelly belly jelly beans to eat on the way ,,, then one person closes theres eyes while the other person puts in a jelly belly in there mouth while they guess the flavor,,,,,,driver can;t close there eyes......have fun,,,,the local health department will know about all doctors,,,

Nora Said:

Anyone have advice on activities for my autistic toddler? Took him to park and it was a disaster.?

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I've responded to you before.... my son is four now and has PDD NOS. I wish I could suggest more - I have two "typical" kids as well, so I just took along my autistic son to whatever I was doing with the other kids as well.... its sort of trial and error, you'll have good days and bad. I definitely avoided anything that had too much structure or waiting in lines. My son could not handle that. But parks were our biggest outings by far. We did do playdates.... usually with friends that were understanding of my son's issues, or with other autistic kids we met through my son's preschool when he turned three. As hard as it may be at times, I definitely think exposing them to "typical" peers as much as possible is a good thing. Autistic kids need the social models.

I don't think I was much help but I would definitely talk to the social worker. I remember when my son was in early intervention, his therapists suggested activities that would be good for him, and therapuetic too. All kids were different, but for my son we went on nature walks, swimming lessons (he didn't have issues with water), horseback riding, parks... its all trying to find out what they like. Lots of trial and error. Good luck!!

Andy Said:

Effectively teach a mild autistic toddler?

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Autistic children are very often exceptionally gifted academically- Einstein, Michelangelo, Jane Austin, Thomas Edison, Beethoven just to name a few were all on the autistic spectrum and all excelled in their fields. There is nothing wrong with an autistic child's intelligence, as your son shows; in fact he's showing above average intelligence for his age.

Just encourage him to pursue the activities he takes enjoyment from- maths/ logic puzzles etc, and don't try and force those ares which don't interest him so much. Sounds like he's doing very well!

Jim Said:

Parents of Toddlers - Help!?

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Sounds like you have a fustrated two year old who is also going through the terrible twos.
He he behaves in such a fashion put him in a playpen. This way you can still supervise his twin. Make sure there are no toys. He can't throw them if he doesn't have them. Most playpens are cushioned so he isn't going to hurt himself terrible. Maybe on the bottom but its less harmful then a wall or door.
He he stops the tantrum then take him out. He will realize that trantums gets him in the pen.
Also try and see what it is that's triggering these tantrum. It might be something that's fustrating him and he doesn't know who to express it.
It could be his sister is taking something from him that upsetting him and he can't verbalize it.
IT will be okay and everything is okay with him your stressed and feel helpless. I think most mothers feel that way at one time or others.
Now get some bubble and take a bubble bath. AT times we are so busy taking care of the kids that we forget to take 5 for ourselves.

Amber Said:

Is my baby fine or am I just nuts? Sensory problems? Autism? Late talker..?

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Having sensory issues is on the spectrum. Is it full blown autism? No. Just relax and enjoy your child for who he is. Keep getting him the help he needs as things come up. Keep a list of things that happen. The jumping is sensory stimulation. Hand flapping with nervousness and excitement--it's an autistic behavior. It's called stimming. Does it mean he has full blown autism? Not necessarily. Does it mean he's a normal kid? Not necessarily. It's still too soon to tell.

Keep in mind that if you look at the first link, which is a check list, it's got the different categories jumbled so you don't separate out the different senses automatically. Your child may do some of the things and not others. Your child may do some of the things and may have issues with only one of his senses, but not the others.

http://www.sensory-processing-disorder.c…
http://www.incrediblehorizons.com/sensor…
http://www.spdfoundation.net/

Philip Said:

How to improve my autistic toddlers language? ?

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Hi Nicci, first, I commend your efforts, I know how challengin it can be, first to be a parent, and then to deal with other wrinkles......2 suggestions for you....I'm an acupuncturist, and know that there are some points we can do that will help diminish the parasympathetic......thereby allowing the sympathetic......a calming, soothing sensation. Acupuncturists can apply seeds that can be stimulated ad lib, and results can be seen soon. Secondly, I am a distributer for NIKKEN, a company out of Japan that is harnessing earth's natural magnetic energy, thereby stimulaing the body's own natural healing energy......they are BIG supporters of Autism Speaks.....and I've no less than a dozen testamonial s of parents of children with Autism who have befenfitted Greatly from the Nikken products. Feel free to contact me @ cate_bransfield@yahoo.com. Good Luck!

Terry Said:

Could I possibly misdiagnosed?

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I don't know, but you sound very articulate and intelligent for a 15-year old. Writing is definitely one of your strongest abilities.