Growing up and raising our boys in Florida, I always knew there were a lot of deaths due to drowning with people on the spectrum. I always thought it was because of all the water that can be found in the state. However, according to the National Autism Association, 91% of deaths in autistic children…
When parents ask me if I think their child might be on the spectrum they typically ask based upon two or three common habits. The first is not making eye contact. The second is repeating words, either back to them, or using the same words over and over. The third is about repetitive motions –…
One of the things we’ve had to deal with as part of COVID is getting used to wearing a mask. Some children just don’t like them, some will have sensory issues with them, so what are you to do? This has been an issue for us. Two of our children have gotten used to wearing…
Many people on the autism spectrum are rule driven. They find comfort in systems, rules, and schedules as it lets them know what to expect. Of course, if it’s a rule for them, then they believe the rules should be the same for everyone. In many ways, this allows them to be very fair, and…
When dealing with a child on the autism spectrum schedules and routines are important, even critical in some households. When we stray from our normal routines, my children get upset and often act out. But when they know what to expect, the day does much easier. Establish the routines early Everyone has their own routines…