Eating at a Restaurant: 25 Tips for Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum
Eating out as a family can be a lot of fun, or it can be a terrible catastrophe if your Aspergers or high-functioning autistic (HFA) son or daughter can't be accommodated in a way that helps you keep the peace. With a little preparation and these simple tips, you can give your dining experience the greatest chance at success. You'll also be able to cut and run when you need to. And always remember, your child doesn't need to actually eat supper at the restaurant if he's a picky eater. Is he refuses to eat what he ordered – it’s not worth fighting over. Simply get a “to go” box. Eating at a Restaurant: 25 Tips for Parents of Children with Aspergers and High-Functioning Autism— 1. Ask for a booth. Child-containment is easier in a booth than at a table. Put your youngster between an adult body and the wall, or between two adult bodies. 2. Ask for food right away. A hungry youngster is a cranky youngster. Ask for crackers or a small appetizer as soon as y