Category: Autism

WWW Wednesday 10-October-2018

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It’s been about a month since my last WWW Wednesday so before another one passes, I’d like to catch up with one of my

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The Tone

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I encouraged Catelyn to reach out to a friend, and she let me know of one of her social challenges. Her tone. Read more about this, here!

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Weighted Blankets: Reducing Anxiety and Providing a Good Night’s Sleep

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The weighed blanket provides many benefits. Read more about the weighted blanked from Autism Parenting Magazine, here!

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After School Restraint Collapse

After School Restraint Collapse, Autism, Autism Parent, Calming Space, Coping Skills, Emotional Regulation, High Functioning Autism, Highly Sensitive Person, Meltdown, Social Skills 33

The after school meltdowns were very concerning. Then I learned about After School Restraint Collapse. Read more about this, here!

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The Autism “Talk”

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I have often wondered if Declan picked up on some of the things that are different in his day compared to his peers. When he does, we will need to talk about these differences and autism. Read more about this, here!

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BEST AUTISM APPS FOR IPAD, IPHONE AND ANDROID

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Wonderful resources ahead! Autism Parenting Magazine provided me this infographic on the best autism apps for iPad, iPhone and Android devices. I looked through

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Thank You!

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I would like to say a great big “THANK YOU!” to you all!!

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“No One Likes Me.”

Autism, Emotional Regulation, Flexible Thinking, Friendships, High Functioning Autism, Parent, School, Social Interaction, Social Learning, Social Skills, Transitions 33

Declan hates going to school, and recently raised a new complaint. Knowing that he struggles in social situations, I really felt for him. Read more about this, here!

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The Value of “Me” Time as a Parent

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“I’m going to miss you when you go,” Declan said thoughtfully, taking his gaze to the wall to our left. I was preparing to

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Regressive Autism – Why it Occurs

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When Declan went to the pediatrician when he was 18 months old, everything appeared to be fine with his development. When he went back at 24 months, the pediatrician felt something was different and recommended he be evaluated for services. What happened? Read more about Regressive Autism, here!

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