My ASD Child

  Do you need some assistance in parenting your Aspergers or HFA child? Click here to use Mark Hutten, M.A. as your personal parent coach. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hi Mark, You helped me with my son K in 2008. He ended up moving out with his father and we were estranged for 3 years. That was a very painful time, but one consolation I had was that I did everything I could to get him on the right track and help him live a good life. And that is due to your advice and support and because you gave me the tools to be calm and set boundaries and express my concerns for his wellbeing to him. Two and a half years ago, after much prayer and the help of his sister, we were reunited. I can't express what a joy that was! He has grown into a respectful and thoughtful young man (he is 22 years old), and we have a great relationship. And he knows that I had his welfare at heart all along. I still remember what you did for me, when I had no one to turn to. I would like

The difference between normal worry and an Anxiety Disorder is the severity of the worrying. Although feeling fretful is a natural reaction to a stressful or dangerous situation, an Asperger's child may need help if her fretfulness is out of proportion, if it persists, or if it interferes with her life and healthy development. It's always painful to watch a child suffer from stress and worry, but it's especially difficult if you're not sure whether he is worrying “too much” and in need of assistance. Click here for some tips that can help...

Moms and dads tend to overwhelm themselves with research, treatments, and general anxiety over their ASD kid’s welfare. While this may be a natural thing for a parent to do, it's not particularly good for anyone in the family. And the truth is this: It isn't even necessary!   More resources for parents of children and teens with High-Functioning Autism and Asperger's : ==> How To Prevent Meltdowns and Tantrums In Children With High-Functioning Autism and Asperger's ==> Parenting System that Significantly Reduces Defiant Behavior in Teens with Aspergers and High-Functioning Autism ==> Launching Adult Children with Asperger's and High-Functioning Autism: Guide for Parents Who Want to Promote Self-Reliance ==> Teaching Social Skills and Emotion Management to Children and Teens with Asperger's and High-Functioning Autism ==> Parenting Children and Teens with High-Functioning Autism: Comprehensive Handbook ==> Unraveling The Myst