My ASD Child

Are you struggling in a relationship with someone who has Asperger's or High-Functioning Autism? Are you at your wits-end?  Have you been having thoughts of separation or divorce? Can you identify with some of the comments in this video from neurotypical (i.e., non-autistic) partners/spouses? As you can see, a lot of neurotypical partners/spouses are hurt, angry and downright resentful. But, healing can begin today. Join our support group on Facebook: Relationships With Partners On The Autism Spectrum Also, check out this eBook: Living With Aspergers: Help for Couples

Many kids with Asperger’s (AS) and High-Functioning Autism (HFA) struggle with sensory processing challenges, and some have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). SPD is a condition in which the child’s brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes in through the senses.  The symptoms of SPD include the following: Infancy— •    can’t crawl "on all fours" •    can’t hold self upright in walker, high chair for more than a few minutes •    can’t latch on, or suckle to nurse •    cries when bathed •    difficulty lifting head when on tummy •    doesn’t like baby swings, or riding in car •    doesn’t like to be cuddled, or will not let you put her down •    extremely active or extremely quiet •    frequently make fists •    may only sleep when swinging or riding in car •    must have absolute quiet to settle down/or must have certain sounds •    screams hysterically when hungry, wet, cold, or hot •    seems to never sleep, doesn’t devel

This is our new support group for people who are married to, or in a relationship with, someone on the autism spectrum (e.g., Asperger's, High-Functioning Autism). Share your challenges, frustrations, hurts, fears, concerns -- and yes, your successes and victories as well. We are here for one another!  Click ==> Relationships With Partners On The Autism Spectrum