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

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Peeling Paint Drywall Off Walls

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Missouri City, MO
A MyAutismTeam Member

Find an old magazine and let them obsess with ripping that.

February 13

Was Myautismteam App Discontinued? I Can Login To MAT Via Web Browsers On My IPhone But The MyAutismTeam App For My IPhone Is Not Working.

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Pasadena, CA

The app was named Autism Parents Support in the app store but was for myautismteam, created by a developer in 2012. I do not find this app any longer in the app store. Tragic if it was sunset.

Can Speech Impediments Go Undiagnosed?

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Franklin, IN

I was a shy kid growing up, but now I'm starting to pay attention to my speech and noticing idiosyncratic speech, and it really bothers me.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Most things can be improved. Have you seen specialist

February 12

Natural Supplements To Deal With Uncontrollable Laughter

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Johannesburg, ZA

Hi everyone

This is is my first time posting.
I hope everyone is doing well.
Has anyone ever dealt with uncontrollable laughter.

I have recently been struggling to get my son to stop this behavior.
He Only calms down when is on clonidine. When the medication wears off he can go on and on.

Does anyone know of any natural medication, or supplements that can help keep him calm when is not on clonidine.?
Any advice is greatly appreciated.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Hi @A MyAutismTeam Member
My son was laughing uncontrollable throughout the day
I could tell something was wrong, because he also struggles to sleep
The doctor changed his meds, put him on… read more

February 27

Natural Supplements To Deal With Uncontrollable Laughter

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Johannesburg, ZA

Hi everyone

This is is my first time posting.
I hope everyone is doing well.
Has anyone ever dealt with uncontrollable laughter.

I have recently been struggling to get my son to stop this behavior.
He Only calms down when is on clonidine. When the medication wears off he can go on and on.

Does anyone know of any natural medication, or supplements that can help keep him calm when is not on clonidine.?
Any advice is greatly appreciated.

Is ABA Therapy A Good Option For A 4yr Old?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭
Saint Louis County, MO

In home ABA therapy specifically.

A MyAutismTeam Member

I highly recommend it, the sooner the better. My son started it when he was 3 almost, 4, but I wish I would have started sooner. It made a big difference for us as a family. He is 12 now, and… read more

February 25

ABA Therapy For 2.5 Year Old. Natural Environment Training Or Discrete Trial Training?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

Thoughts or recommendations please

A MyAutismTeam Member

Natural environment, at home primarily and parks if possible.. my son has made a lot progress with ABA therapy, in home.

February 23

Does Anyone Know Of How To Get The Autism Waiver After Age 21?

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Eldersburg, MD

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A MyAutismTeam Member

If you have a Support Administrator you can start there!

April 26

Is There Something You/child/adult Child Cannot Cope With?

A MyAutismTeam Member asked a question 💭

My case it is quantities and maths because son Jas will open/crack all the eggs open or open all the juices to drink. He has to get everything out and won't recognise it is same object - sweets too he has been like this - makes himself sick

A MyAutismTeam Member

Lock up items he has access to. Does he have pica? Too much of anything is dangerous.

April 3

My 3 Yr Old Daughter Is Allergic To Many Foods. Do Anyone Have A List Of Foods Children With ASD Can Eat Without Having A Allergic Reaction?

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Boynton Beach, FL
A MyAutismTeam Member

I will be seeing an allergist doctor in two weeks, I will definitely ask for an allergy food guide. My daughter went from eating her meals and then stopped. Now she only eats a few favorites. Thanks… read more

February 8
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