Like so many on the spectrum, the pandemic has been wrecking havoc on our family. The inability to handle and manage change is so strong, and yet all the kids hear is the “New Normal” and “Returning to Normal”. Our eldest both understands this, and doesn’t, at the same time. He equates Corona-virus as a…
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…
Disclaimer: This is clearly an opinion piece, but it comes from a unique perspective. Not only do we have multiple children on the spectrum, but I am a educator myself. We’ve reviewed all types of information for determining if I should return to the classroom this fall, as well as if we should send our…
Everyone right now is dealing with the Coronavirus, and each person is dealing with it their own way. As you are probably more than aware, people on the spectrum often tend to “fixate” on some things. This of course can manifest itself in many ways, whether it be a favorite toy, going out to eat,…
This comes out of a response I posted on Facebook, and could be called, the challenges of wearing a mask when you’re on the spectrum. The original post provided legitimate reasons why someone may not be able to wear a mask in public and included those who were victims of assault where their face was…