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How To Stop Hitting?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Los Angeles, CA

Hi everyone. My son has ASD and is turning 3 in a few days. He is also non verbal. He has been in an early intervention preschool for 6 months. For whatever reason, after never having done this before, he is scratching other classmates.

I have watched him do it to see if there was a trigger but I canā€™t figure it out. Itā€™s almost like he knows he can do it. I have realized he is noticing peers for the first time and looks like he is reaching out to them but then quickly grabs them to scratch.

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A MyAutismTeam Member

I have a 5 year old who use to hit, bite and kick me when she was upset.. We now have a emotion picture chart that she points to to tell me what she's feeling..It is helping her connect her feelingsā€¦ read more

What Do I Do About My 4 Year Old Son Who Likes To Destroy Things? Itā€™s Not Out Of Anger Most Times, I Just Canā€™t Get Him To Stop.

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Camp Hill, PA

My son loves to take things apart, or break things (that most of the time canā€™t be fixed). I know he doesnā€™t do it out of anger 9 times out of 10, but I just donā€™t know whatā€™s going on in his head.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Trust me, I really am very encouraging and loving with him. If it looks in any way like it can be taken apart, he will. I agree itā€™s most likely a sensory thing, I just wish I could get him toā€¦ read more

Does Anyone Have A Child That's Over 10 And Still Has Problems Tieing His/her Shoe Laces ?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Waycross, GA
A MyAutismTeam Member

Our 16 year old high functioning son still wonā€™t learn to tie laces

How Do You Coop With Aspesgers And Autism?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Ava, MO

My daughter has been dignosed with aspesgers and autism. Shes about to be 6. And my 4 year old has some of the same symtoms but shes worse when it comes to melt downs. My 6 year old holds her ears and bawls, while my four year old cant coop unless she has touch. She will scream and throw fits and pull her hair. My 6 year old needs to be alone or she every now and then needs hugs and she has a hard time in social things. She rather be a lone most of the time or some times she wants to play withā€¦ read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

I agree it sounds like sensory issues.. My five year old is the same way.

Seattle Wa Best School Districts And DDAs

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Idaho Falls, ID

Hi Guys we relocated to Idaho and love it. But in about 4 yrs we are thinking about moving to Seattle. What are the best school districts and DDAs services?

A MyAutismTeam Member

Having some time to talk with parents who have done this for a while, almost all recommend Bellevue over Lake Washington

Behavior Therapy? Vs Social Skills Groups

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Yorktown Heights, NY

Social Skills group have not worked for Daniel, b/c he doesn't absorb the info. Should I look into 1:1 behavior therapy to help him with social skill and anger management? I dunno, we're a little "therapy drunk" and not sure it's worth the effort/cost to run around....?

A MyAutismTeam Member

one on one is the best there is no distractions because really a group, our children are already distracted enough

ABA Services

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Chandler, AZ

Hey parents, id like to know your thoughts or experiences with ABA therapy. My little one receives OT as well as speech. Our pediatrician recommends ABA for us but I've heard mixed things about this type of therapy and don't know how to feel about it.
Thanks all šŸ˜Š

A MyAutismTeam Member

My 5 year old does ABA 8 hours a day 5 days a week. He adores his ā€œteachersā€ and has a great time. He has really learned to express himself and the aggressive behaviors are improving. Why would anyā€¦ read more

Preschool Or ABA? Or Both?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Vancouver, WA

Looking for advice...This fall we are supposed to begin preschool through the school district. She has been doing ABA three days a week right now and will be bumping up to 5 days a week, 2 hours a day and also speech and OT. The great thing about her ABA is that it is at a center with lots of other kids, but she isn't necessarily comfortable enough around too many children. She gets easily overwhelmed when there is too much going on in a small space. Her IEP is already in place, but herā€¦ read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

You can definitely start in a smaller classroom setting, you can join various other social groups intended to. cater to ASD children. You can also go to places during the daytime hours when crowds areā€¦ read more

Any Successes In Matching ASD Kids To Create Meaningful Friendships?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Blue Bell, PA

Hi all, 9 year old son. Like most, struggles with social interactions and therefore very isolated at school. Others will play with him if he asks or if mom/dad set up a play date....but never been invited to a play date from them or a birthday party. Think its more of the parents honestly being intimidated or being worried of how to handle him (even though it would be fine). Have often though I need to be more aggressive in searching out others like my son in the area that are strugglingā€¦ read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

Thanks. Heā€™s the happiest kid ever. I think definitely harder for us than him.

Is Focolin Good For Autism

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question šŸ’­
Ionia, MI
A MyAutismTeam Member

it has been very helpful to my son !