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

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BrainWorks: The Sensory Diet Creator Tool Just as youngsters with Asperger’s and High-Functioning Autism need food throughout the day, their need for sensory input must also be met. A “sensory diet” is a personalized activity plan that provides the sensory input “special needs” children must have in order to stay focused and organized throughout the day. Children and teens with mild to severe sensory issues can all benefit from a personalized sensory diet. Each Asperger’s or HFA youngster has a unique set of sensory needs. Generally, a youngster who is more lethargic or tired needs more arousing input, while a youngster whose nervous system is energetic or hyper needs more calming input. Occupational therapists can use their training and evaluation skills to develop a sensory diet for the youngster on the autism spectrum, but it’s up to parents and the youngster to implement it throughout the day. Effects of a sensory diet are usually immediate and cumulative. I