Category: Autism

Advancing With Autism In His Time

Autism, Feature, Parent, perspective, Wordpress 10

Change happens, on their own schedule. Check out my post featured on The Good Men Project, here!

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Finding Success with Friends!

Autism, Friendships, Fun, Play, Success 34

I have always wanted Declan to find success in social situations. I know how bad he wants to have friends and to play. Then, one day….

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Declan and the Cat

Autism, Cat, Friendships, Pet 33

I am still a little unnerved about the cat we rescued. Declan is all heart – again! Read more about this, here!

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Declan is Ready for a Substitute Teacher on World Down Syndrome Day!

1/1 Aid, Anxiety, Autism, change, learning, Rock Your Socks, schedule, Strangers, Substitute Teacher, World Down Syndrome Day 6

Having a substitute teacher is hard on Declan as he has to deal with a stranger and change to his routine. Even though Declan has a substitute today he was able to smile as it is World Down Syndrome Day. Read more about this, here!

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Learning New Conversation Skills with Autism

Autism, Communication, Conversation, High Functioning Autism, learning 11

In the past, Catelyn has had a very hard time talking with adults, being disrespectful and coming across as rude. She has found new comfort in her conversational skills. Read more about this idea, here!

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Success in the Stack of IEP’s

Aggression, Autism, behavior, behavior change, Communication, IEP, Kindergarten, pictures, Potty Training, School, Special Education, support 20

Looking at a picture of Declan as his preschool graduation I realized how much he has accomplished through the years with adequate support. Read more about this, here!

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Autism and Running Away

1/1 Aid, Anger, Autism, behavior, Elopement, Emotional Regulation, Head Banging, Running Away, Safety Awareness, Transitions, Wandering 35

Declan has started running away from home when he gets upset. How could I work to keep him safe? Here is what I found –

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Adjusting With the Times – With Daylight Savings Time

Autism, change, Daylight Savings Time, High Functioning Autism, Running 27

Daylight savings time is rough! Read our adventures with it, here!

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7 Facts About…Me!

Autism, Fun 20

Fun Friday post – 7 things you didn’t know about me. Enjoy!

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School Without Support

504, Autism, behavior, High Functioning Autism, IEP, learning, School, Special Needs, support 36

I am finding that when a child has a diagnosis, but does not have an IEP or 504 at school, their is little understanding or support. The child isn’t seen as challenged, but challenging. Read more about this, here!

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