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I Have Time But How Do I Make Myself Stay On Top Of Things?

By A MyAutismTeam Member 12 answers

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

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

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How Do You Explain To People What You’re Child Needs Without Offending Them, I Know My Child Is Not Getting The Required Help At School That

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Do Anyone Know A Website That Sells Special Needs Items That Doesn't Cost An Arm And Leg?

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Michigan, MI

Affordable site for autistic children

A MyAutismTeam Member

https://www.especialneeds.com/

You can get stuff on sale. A mix of high and low cost items.

March 25

Does Anyone Have Issues With Their Child Wanting To Pull Down Their Pants In Front Of Others?

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England, AR
A MyAutismTeam Member

When my son was younger he hated to have clothes on. We had to work with him to keep at least pants on in the house. My son is 15 years old and even to this day he will only pants when we are inside.

March 21

Hi, Is There Somebody Here From Rhode Island?

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Central Falls, RI

How Do You Deal Was A Child Who Has Asd And Doesn't Want To Sleep At Night. Going To Bed At 5am Or Even 6am.

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Toronto, ON

My daughter will be up all day with no nap and then stay up all night till 5am or so. She will wake at 11am and do it all again. She will not take melatonin, we have tried all forms. She has to be tired. She is more grumpy and gets frustrated easily!

A MyAutismTeam Member

My son sees a behavioral pediatrician. My son take trazadone to help him sleep. Another of doctors recommend melatonin but melatonin can cause seizures. Which some kids on the spectrum and ADHD can… read more

March 21

My Son,7, Keeps Pulling Hair And Grabbing People's Head To Put Near His Head. Idk What To Do. We've Tried The Nice Hands Thing And Nothing.

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Washington, IL
A MyAutismTeam Member

My 8 yr old son looooooves hair. Touching it or smelling it. One of his therapists gave him a curtain tassel to touch. He really likes it because it's soft like hair. Maybe give it a try? Or a super… read more

March 19

What Will My Autistic Grandson Do When I Die. I'm All He Has

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Alexandria, LA
A MyAutismTeam Member

Can you contact an estate planner? I worry same for my 28-yr-old adult daughter in an institution now for 6 yrs. and hoping she will gain release soon. I think I have learned that having a will… read more

April 28

Again, My 8 Year Old Didn't Want To Go To School. I've Tried To Give Him Something He Likes, Which Didn't Work To Talk To Him Either.

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Brooklyn, N.Y 11221
A MyAutismTeam Member

Have you met and talked with the teacher? I bet the teacher would have some insight

March 28

Are There Discussion Boards, Chat Rooms Or Private Messaging In This App?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Enid, OK
A MyAutismTeam Member

No private messaging on this site. Q&A is the discussion board here. You can reach out to the team member directly by writing on their page and maybe start by exchanging email addresses. I hope this… read more

March 18

Parent Support Groups Near Westfield MA?

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Westfield, MA

My Son Doesn't Want To Go To School. What Can I Do For Him To Go He Is 8 Years Old.

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Brooklyn, N.Y 11221
A MyAutismTeam Member

I've tried that and it doesn't work. I've tried everything and nothing.

March 19
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