My ASD Child

What are meltdowns?   They are overwhelming emotions  that are quite common in children with  High-Functioning Autism and Asperger's Syndrome.   What causes them?   It can be anything from a very minor incident to something more traumatic.   How long do they last?   It’s anyone’s guess. They last until the child is either completely exhausted, or he gains control of his emotions -- which is not easy for him to do. From the Office of Mark Hutten, M.A. Online Parent Support, LLC Meltdowns are not a pretty sight. They are somewhat like overblown temper tantrums, but unlike tantrums, meltdowns can last anywhere from ten minutes to over an hour. When it starts, the child is totally out-of-control. When it ends, both you and your child are totally exhausted. But... Don’t breathe a sigh of relief yet. At the least provocation, for the remainder of that day - and sometimes into the next - the meltdown can return in full force. If your child suffers from High-Func

It’s common for kids with high-functioning autism and Asperger's to express themselves physically when they are aggravated and don’t have enough words to say what they want or need. Fortunately, there are some things parents can do to calm such a child. Here are our top 6 products (based on parents' reviews) to calm children on the autism spectrum: MORE TOOLS FOR PARENTS: ==> Social Stories in Video Format for Kids on the Autism Spectrum ==> Best Social Stories for Kids on the Autism Spectrum   ==> Visual Supports ==> Sensory Tools ==> Educational Ideas ==> Self-Soothing Ideas ==> Tools to Develop Fine and Gross Motor Skills ==> One Little Trick to Help Kids on the Spectrum Sleep Longer & Deeper at Night & During Naps  ==> Timing Devices to Help with Transitions ==> Home-Based Social Skills Training: CDs and DVDs ==> Calming Products for Kids on the Spectrum