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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Night Terror |
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Posted: 21 Feb 2009, 5:55 pm
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Replies: 2
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| Our son Z has Night Terrors and they are definitely not theb same thing as nightmares. I have often been awakened from a sound sleep by his screaming in horror. Yes they are accompanied by violent thrashing and flailing of arms and legs. We have found, at least in his case, that it is best to not wa... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Need ideas or help re: son's stim |
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Posted: 21 Feb 2009, 9:35 am
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Replies: 7
Views: 1,656
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| 3 years old? I would guess he still takes naps during the day? You might try cutting them out or shortening their length. A soothing bath before bedtime might help also, water play often relaxes an active child. you might consider making his bedtime later too. The massage is a good idea, our 12 yo A... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Letter from Teacher |
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Posted: 21 Feb 2009, 8:57 am
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,050
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| I've been sitting here for the last 20 minutes trying to decide if I should make a reply. Finally thought, "Why not?" So here goes. As I read this letter I find that the teacher gives the information that you asked for regarding Nate's behaviors and social interactions and does so very well. The fir... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: One step foward two steps back. |
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Posted: 29 Jul 2008, 5:07 pm
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,386
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| Hi all, Not sure if I'm looking for advice (yet again) or just needing to vent. :cry: One step foward two steps back. :cry: I just needed to get it out. Thanks for listening guys. Hello, aurea, it has been awhile since I've been on WP but it is nice to see some some old friends are still around. Re... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Where does everyone live? |
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Posted: 29 Feb 2008, 9:40 pm
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Replies: 47
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Our quiet family  lives in Glen Allen, Va, just north of Richmond. |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Book recommendations needed: how to talk to son about sex |
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Posted: 26 Feb 2008, 9:06 pm
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Replies: 12
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| We've talked about it but my son just likes to have a reference book....for everything..So was just looking for a good title for his own reference.) Are you raising my son? 11 yo, voracious reader, wants to learn about everything, sounds like Z. I have to agree with Evilteach The Miracle Of Life is... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: what's the best way I could support a parent of an AS child? |
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Posted: 08 Feb 2008, 7:13 am
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Replies: 23
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| I am not a parent, but someday I do wish to support parents of AS kids. I am AS, but I honestly try my best to understand others and where they come from (it's hard work). So I wonder what is it that someone like me could do to support parents of AS children? What are the sorts of frustrations that... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Feeling extremely deflated after school meeting |
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Posted: 07 Feb 2008, 7:05 am
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Replies: 17
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| aurea, I don't know about in Australia, but in the U.S. at the end of an IEP we are given papers to sign agreeing to the proposed Plan. I was recently told by a Special Ed teacher not to sign them until we had gone home and carefully looked them over even if we did think it was a good plan. If this ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: different rules for NT vs AS kids? |
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Posted: 25 Jan 2008, 7:56 pm
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Replies: 11
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| my NT son is only 2 years younger than his Aspie brother ( 13 1/2 & 16). I actually expect more out of my NT son than my aspie son~mostly because my NT son is currently capable of handling social situations better. in general, house rules are the same for everyone~treat others as you wish to be... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: different rules for NT vs AS kids? |
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Posted: 25 Jan 2008, 7:37 am
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Replies: 11
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| Katrine, interesting approach. I understand the age differences and ability differences and agree that with added responcibility comes added privelege. From what I can tell from your post this is working for you and I agree with you. I think you are handling a complicated situation very well. mom2ba... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: AH HA MOMENT! |
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Posted: 23 Jan 2008, 6:52 am
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Replies: 17
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| Wonderful, keeping his literalness in mind will be very important for the rest of his life. With z it's Are you finished? Yes. Let's see, check his plate and help him balance out what he hasn't eaten. Good job! |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: NTs can you feel your clothes? |
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Posted: 22 Jan 2008, 7:25 am
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Replies: 8
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| I find that I am always aware of my clothes, seams, collars, cuffs,waistebands etc. I am officially an NT, at least I've lived that way all my life. Cor my wife suspects tht may not be accurate, and I do score high on the Aspie side of a couple of the quizes I have taken, but in any case, Girl, you ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Is this wierd? |
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Posted: 20 Jan 2008, 9:33 am
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Replies: 12
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| No, kd, not wierd. Z, my 11 yo Aspie is obsessed with learning anything and everything at school, gets upset with reviews because "why do we have to talk about this, I already know it". But, at home, he will focus for hours, if we let him, on his video games. We forbid viddeo games on school nights(... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Any advice on teaching how to remember names? |
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Posted: 20 Jan 2008, 9:11 am
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Replies: 14
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| We both have this problem. I can meet someone one minute, and before the conversation is over, I forgot their name. :? :? Same thing is happening to E You have this problem too, huh? Looks like a lot of us do. Wish I could help. I have about given up, I just tell the person, I just tell the person,... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Worrying in advance |
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Posted: 20 Jan 2008, 8:57 am
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Replies: 4
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| I am also very actively trying to teach him how to be funny, and/or even a little sarcastic. Having those skills really saved my older son when he was going through middle/high school. Kris Kris, this is absolutely one of the best things you can do for your son. We worked with Z on this and he love... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Parents Asking For Help |
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Posted: 19 Jan 2008, 7:56 am
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Replies: 51
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| Personally, i'd go for a post that says, "Welcome. Aspies post here. They are blunt, direct, and do not hide the negative statemens inside warm, fuzzy talk designed to make you feel better. Until you get used to that, they will unintentionally upset you. Have fun." But I think only aspies would fin... |
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