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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: more baby tips needed please |
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Posted: 10 Mar 2008, 8:31 pm
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Replies: 17
Views: 1,930
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| [quote="Juliette"]As someone who has cared for and assessed many a baby, typical and atypical, I agree with all comments above in that Baby Olivia is completely gorgeous :D. As has been commented on, age level expectancies always represent a range and never an exact point in time when spec... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Verbal/reading abilities and understanding |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 9:18 pm
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Replies: 12
Views: 1,620
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| I've heard of HFA / AS kids that are hyperlexic. Not quite sure what that means but I'm guessing they can read just about any word, but may not be able to comprehend or make sense of what they read. Also, when my 9 year old under went his latest neuropsych eval testing, the psychologist said he most... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Antidepressants |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 1:42 pm
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,468
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| I'm sure trying to cope with HFA is the driving force. I've tried counseling on and off for years, yet I feel like there are very few that are qualified. He has an appointment for a new counselor next week, and I'm in the process of having a substance abuse evaluation completed. I'm also hoping this... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Antidepressants |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 12:48 pm
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Replies: 14
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| Thanks for both of your responses. My son was misdiagnosed with Bipolar before the powers that be decided it was actually FHA. We tried the gamat of medications, and all seemed to make him worse and caused horrible side effects (drooling,etc..) My concern is he has engaged in some pretty serious beh... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: I think my 3YO may have Asperger's--not sure what to do... |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 10:42 am
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,229
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| For children 0-3 you can go to your local Child Developmental Services Agency, or whatever name the infant toddler program is called in your area. If older then 3, go to your local 'Head Start' office and ask for an evaluation. Every child in the US qualifies for an evaluation, and often times if th... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: What drugs are you trying, Have tried & are going to try |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 10:39 am
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Replies: 22
Views: 3,015
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| My son was misdiagnosed with bipolar initially, and took just about everything imaginable. I look back at all the medications I gave him, and it makes me feel sick. He tried Lithium, Depakote, Abilify, Buspar, Adderall, Staterra, Ritalin, Concerta, and Cogentin (for side effects). I honestly feel li... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: How do you handle inappropriate remarks made in public? |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 10:22 am
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,921
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| Most situations don't allow for explanation at the time - at least in my experience. I use a social cuing system with my son, so I give the cue and then we discuss it in a more appropriate setting. Most of the time, that works because it's usually about someone or something he found interesting and ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Antidepressants |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 10:17 am
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Replies: 14
Views: 1,468
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| Has anyone given, or thought about, giving their child antidepressants? My son is 9 years old, and I'm reluctant to give antidepressants, but at the same time, he is obviously depressed...Any thoughts? |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: advice wanted for violent behaviour |
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Posted: 09 Mar 2008, 10:15 am
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,772
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| Handling meltdowns are one of the hardest things a parents has to deal with. I say this as a parent of a 9 year old with asperger's and as a behavior therapist (background in ABA). The real key is to diffuse the situation as smoothly as possible. It's important to understand the escalation cycle. Pr... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: is it a good idea to vividly decribe "meltdowns"? |
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Posted: 03 Mar 2008, 7:37 pm
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,278
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| I am typing this as my 9 year old son dictates to me: losing control of my emotions and feeling: anger, mad, furious, and frustration. It feels like you are so angry you are going to explode and hurt someone or cause serious damage. I loose my ability to think and I can't control it. I need to just ... |
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Forum: Kids' Crater Topic: Lonely |
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Posted: 02 Mar 2008, 3:37 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,537
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kenif yeah I felt like that too. I think my mom is denying that I was adopted.  |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Bipolar or Aspergers |
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Posted: 02 Mar 2008, 9:48 am
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Replies: 35
Views: 24,464
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| He had meltdowns for various reasons. A change in routine while driving home, at age 3, let him to kick the door so hard he broke it. Telling him no. Definitely changes in routines set him off. Also, telling him that he couldn't bring toys into certian places (like no Poke-mon cards in church). He's... |
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Forum: Kids' Crater Topic: Lonely |
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Posted: 02 Mar 2008, 9:16 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,537
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| Do you feel like you're the only person on the planet? |
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Forum: Kids' Crater Topic: jokes anybody |
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Posted: 02 Mar 2008, 9:14 am
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Replies: 32
Views: 7,131
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Spell I - Cup....
You just spelled I-C-U-P. |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Bipolar or Aspergers |
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Posted: 02 Mar 2008, 8:58 am
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Replies: 35
Views: 24,464
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| Thanks you for your responses. I think Tony Attwood did a nice job of explaining the mood swing component. The funny thing about the medicines my son took is I think it made him worse. It would appear to help in the beginning, but after enough time passed I looked at his one day and noticed he had b... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Bipolar or Aspergers |
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Posted: 01 Mar 2008, 10:11 pm
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Replies: 35
Views: 24,464
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| I had never heard of diagnosing bipolar at that age. The severe meltdowns is what I think led to that diagnosis. Looking back, he most likely has HFA. He had some pretty significant behaviors in his younger years, but he always had excellent verbal skills (except when he actually needed something). |
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