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What Analogy Helped You Explain Autism To A Family Member?

By A MyAutismTeam Member 22 answers

Can Having An Autistic Child Put A Wedge In Your Marriage?

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Any Tips For Handling Rude Comments From Strangers?

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How Do You Adapt Trick-or-treating For Your Child?

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How Do You Find Community Managers?

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Little Rock, AR

What Advise Has Really Helped You Or Information?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Only concentrate on developing what can do and not what can't do and you will achieve more

A MyAutismTeam Member

Try to do one step at a time and focus on the priority issues first, such as eating, sleeping and toileting for your kid then you can focus on the rest. Also try many strategies until one will work… read more

June 28

How Can I Get Sponsorship For My Child With Autism In Any Country With Adequate Support And Available Accessibility To Resources.

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Johannesburg, CA

My child doesn't get effective support from our service providers due to a limited resources and long awaiting lists of people .
Thank you

A MyAutismTeam Member

Thank you so much for your help and support. Actually I am outside Canada but will try get online connections. Many of these organizations requested if I could be local, example of Canada, US and… read more

June 28

Hi! I'm Looking For Groups Or Activities Specifically For Autistic Children. I Live In Ashtabula Ohio, Any Suggestions?

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Jefferson, OH
A MyAutismTeam Member

Thank you Ashley 😊

June 23

Do You Worry About Your Own Health?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Enid, OK

If y OU re having health issues, are you worried about yourself? Or if something happens to you, what will happen to your child?

A MyAutismTeam Member

Yes, I am always on a rush and not looking at me because I have a full schedule. One think that I am working right now is trying not to be burn out. I am joining parents groups with kids in the… read more

June 28

Does PECS Help In Speech Development Of Non Verbal Kids?

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Toronto, ON
A MyAutismTeam Member

I found another resources, I tried yesterday night with my kid and she loves it. The resource is called VOOKS and then you go to videos and they are so helpful to encourage my kid to speak a lot.

June 29

What Programs Help Children On The Spectrum Become More Independent And Social?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
San Francisco, CA
A MyAutismTeam Member

That is awesome!

September 11

Have You Gotten Any Genetic Testing Done On Your Child?

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Enid, OK

Has anyone gotten genetic testing done on your child? Yesterday we went to a geneticist and gave saliva samples. He took our family medical history. We’re doing a full genetic panel for autism and for cancer, since it runs on my side of the family.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Same here in Canada it was very expensive I give up and I focus my money into more therapy for her.

June 28

What Do You Think Of Technology?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

ipad and iphone useful. But getting personal information is biggest risk and taking over websites so damaging. Any other technology you really liked?
When Jas was in school we asked for touch sensitive screens which worked out well as son couldn't use mouse

A MyAutismTeam Member

Matt has an Amazon Fire tablet. He is able to use a mouse on the computer and will be learning typing in September. Unfortunately the technology prevents him from seeking out social interaction. He… read more

June 15 (edited)

Does Anyone Know Of An Informal Support Group For Parents Of Adults With Autism, Preferably In Person In Toronto, Ontario, Canada?

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Toronto, ON
A MyAutismTeam Member

You can also check out
https://www.meetup.com/find/?location=ca--on--T...

You can also start a meet up group/event tailored to your needs.

June 13
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