Category: High Functioning Autism

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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Bringing High Functioning Autism Out of the Corner

Autism, Autism Awareness, Cat, Emotional Regulation, High Functioning Autism, High-5!, Inclusion 13

Recently I was reminded my daughter’s challenges with HFA may be different, but they are just as important and need to be included in autism conversations. Read more about this, here!

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A Very Special Sunday

Autism, Christmas, Church, High Functioning Autism, Jesus, Parent 14

Another first! Read about our very special Sunday, here!

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BEST SENSORY TOYS FOR KIDS WITH SENSORY PROCESSING ISSUES AND AUTISM

Autism, Autism Parenting Magazine, High Functioning Autism, Infographic, Sensory Issues, Sensory Processing Disorder, Sensory Toys 17

Autism Parenting Magazine provided me this infographic about the best sensory toys for kids with sensory processing issues and autism. Check it out!

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The Tone

Autism, Autism Articulated, High Functioning Autism, Social Skills, Speech 16

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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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”

Autism, Autism Parent, Autism Spectrum Disorder, High Functioning Autism 8

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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“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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So Far, So Good!

Autism, First Grade, Friendships, High Functioning Autism, Lunch, Recess, Sensory Needs, Social Skills 10
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Achieving Goals and Making Friends!

Autism, Bullying, Depression, Friendships, Fun, High Functioning Autism, Soccer 11

As far as soccer goes, Catelyn loves to play. Different sensory issues have bothered her though through the years. Read how she was able to achieve her soccer goals, here!

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