My ASD Child

  Source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-young-girl-playing-a-board-game-7943969 Autism spectrum disorder is a neurological condition that can cause a range of social, communication, and behavioral challenges. Many autistic children struggle with anxiety, sensory processing issues, and difficulty transitioning between activities. As a result, everyday tasks can be a challenge. However, there are many things that parents can do to make their autistic child’s life happier and more fulfilling. Here are five of the most important: Teach Them Coping Skills for Dealing With Difficult Emotions Autistic children often have difficulty understanding and expressing their emotions. As a result, they may become overwhelmed by negative emotions like anxiety or anger. It is essential to teach your child coping skills for dealing with these emotions. This can reduce or prevent meltdown episodes and help your child lead a happier life. There are many different coping skills that you can teach your

"My son [ 12 y.o. with ASD]  has been asking questions about sex. He has a rather warped notion regarding how to interact with girls. I want to teach him about appropriate sexual behavior – but how? He takes things SO literally!" Everyone wants to be loved. Kids seek love from their parents, and eventually they will seek love from their peers. Kids with ASD (high-functioning autism) want to feel love and affection just like everyone else, but they are hampered by their inability to form solid relationships.  Building a strong parent-child bond early in life will help teach your ASD youngster about relationships, love and the closeness necessary to form intimate bonds. There will be more work to do later, as you’re realizing now. Sexuality should be openly discussed at the appropriate level at all ages. Once your youngster hits puberty, it’s time to talk about sexual behavior. Talk, talk and talk some more. Having a clear path of communication with your son will enable you to

Has your ASD (high functioning autistic) child given you some indication that he is nervous about starting back to school?  He may have even said, “ I’m not going!!! ” What youngster hasn't dreaded September, the end of summer and the return to school – but for many ASD students, the prospect of school produces a level of fear so intense that it is immobilizing, resulting in what's known as school-refusal behavior. Some children with autism spectrum disorder have been known to be absent for weeks or months.  Some may cry or scream for hours every morning in an effort to resist leaving home. Others may hide out in the nurse's office. Some children who miss school are simply truant (i.e., they'd just rather be doing something else), but sometimes there are genuine reasons to fear school (e.g., bullying, teasing). Anywhere from 5% to 28% of kids will exhibit some degree of school-refusal behavior at some point, including truancy. For children with anxiety-fueled

Resources for parents of children and teens on the autism spectrum :   ==>  How to Prevent Meltdowns and Tantrums in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ==>  Parenting System that Reduces Defiant Behavior in Teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder ==>  Launching Adult Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Guide for Parents Who Want to Promote Self-Reliance ==>  Teaching Social-Skills and Emotion-Management to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder ==>  Parenting Children and Teens with High-Functioning Autism: Parents' Comprehensive Handbook ==>  Unraveling the Mystery Behind High-Functioning Autism: Audio Book ==>  Crucial  Research-Based  Parenting Strategies for Children and Teens with High-Functioning Autism