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- by systemShare resources, strategies, and uplifting stories to support children with autism and special education needs, helping them thrive and shine. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by azteca76I need to find a legal way to modify my divorce decree. Currently, I have custody of my son and daughter and my ex-husband sees our children per the standard visitation dates. Problem is who he leaves our children in care of when he goes to work. My son has autism. He is high fuctioning. […]
- by Sunny_DHi Everyone, I'm wondering if anybody else out there goes to see Dr. Kotsanis in Grapevine for the treatment of their childs Autism? I've been taking my son to see him for just over a year and wanted to know what your experience w/Dr. Kotsanis have been like? 1 post – 1 participant Read full […]
- by srbootonHi, I was wondering if anyone had a recommendation as to where we can go to have my 3 1/2 year old son evaluated for an autism spectrum disorder. If you can provide any details on what the eval was like as well and how long it took to get the appointment, that would be […]
- by caffers63My son was just diagnosed by the school as being on the autism spectrum. He is five and very intelligent. He has problems with making eye contact and participating in conversations. He is also very sensitive to loud noises. The school is offering some great assistance and are going to keep in a regular classroom. […]
- by jrmatheiswhat schools are good in Chula Vista especially for my oldest who has an iep for autism? 3 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by timandcandiceMy son is five and moderately autistic. He's such a joy to us. We've always had some issues with sleeping, but the last few weeks are just awful. See we also have a four year old, a three year old and a ten month old. There are two bedrooms so two to a room. No […]
- by Marda_PoyerMy grandson has been diagnosed with a speech learning disorder and is likely somewhere on the autism spectrum disorder continuum. He is extremely high energy and I frequently have difficulty getting him to focus long enough to direct him or to get information from him. I hold onto his shoulders and repeatedly ask him to […]
- by mrsjasion2Hi I am fighting with my 3 year old son's school about getting him more hours. He has a medical diagnosis of autism, but the school has classified him as developmentally delayed. He only gets 5 hours of special ed a week through our public school system. I believe he needs more. My questions are: […]
- by holliesemailRecently our 6 year old daughter has been undergoing testing for being on the Autism spectrum. Everyone including us are more than sure she is there and leaning more towards Aspergers or PDS. I am wondering if anyone knows of any local resources in this area or support groups. As she is very exhausting sometimes […]
- by Monica_H2I truly believe in my heart that my child has a slight case of Autism. I have been reading and researching for years and waiting to hear something from the Dr. or at school but nobody has brought it to me. She is in 2nd grade and she has only made A's and B's and […]
- by ohwhatsernameI want to get my nephew Jami something for Christmas. He is 3 and Autistic. I want to be able to get him something that will be useful for him not just some toy. He's real big on colors. When I went out to visit him I had to re pack my suitcase 3 times […]
- by Veronica_JMy son was a severe preemie, so he has developmental issues. He does exhibit some autistic behaviors, but it is not clear if he is truly autistic or if this is all related to the prematurity. Regardless of the reasons, we have been dealing with some challenging behaviors & decided to try the GFCF diet. […]
- by lock82998Hi Moms, I am looking for any Moms out there who have a child(ren) in private autism day schools. We are shopping around for a school for our son who is higher functioning and at or above grade level with academics. So, we are looking for a school that has some of the same types […]
- by kristenh_1I just recently had a friend suggest to me that she has been concerned "for a while now" about my toddler (22 months). She told me that she thinks my daughter might need to be assessed for autism, Asperger's and/or sensory integration disorder. I was shocked, dismayed, and extremely upset to have her suggest this […]
- by vmac302Does anyone know a retail out let that sells "chewelry" (therapeutic chewable jewelery) 2 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by NataliaMy 3 year old son has always been "weird." Let me explain: He is very impulsive, easily over stimulated. He constantly hurts his sisters. Hitting, biting, pinching, throwing, running into them, etc.. He's constantly getting in trouble. It's like he doesn't realize that his actions affect other people.. He has strange interests (loves arm cracks […]
- by josietkMy 4 year old is mostly potty trained and has very few accidents. At first he had problems with going on different toilets but that is no longer a problem EXCEPT at his school. He refuses to go to the bathroom at school and will hold it for 3 1/2 hours or sometimes longer. We […]
- by Melissa_L11My son has been in EI for about a year and a half for speech and developmental therapy (later to also include OT). I've had my thoughts over this year and a half that my son could be on the spectrum but also thought – well, could be just a delay in speech due to […]
- by bluu_2000I have a 6 year old son with autism spectrum disorder I am new in Bakersfield,and just moved here. Where can I find a info for nanny (website, agency,etc.) to look for someone who can take care of my son after school and holidays. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. sam 1 post – […]