High Functioning Autism | Autism in Our Nest

Being A Flexible Friend With High Functioning Autism

October 11, 2016July 14, 2017 Autism, Friendships, Social Skills 12

My daughter with High Functioning Autism has had a hard time learning social cues and social skills. Here is what she is doing to make and KEEP friends!

So Much More Than Autism

October 10, 2016October 10, 2016 Autism, Autism Family, High Functioning Autism 22

I write about autism in terms of my children’s experiences. My children are so much more than the autism they experience. Read about them here!

Emotional Regulation and High Functioning Autism

September 28, 2016February 4, 2017 Autism, Emotional Regulation, High Functioning Autism 6

To an outsider’s eye, you will see bad behavior. Learning and sharing information about High Functioning Autism helps to see what is going on and what else might be happening.

High Functioning Autism and Control

September 6, 2016September 6, 2016 Autism, Flexible Thinking 7

My daughter has High Functioning Autism. She has a hard time with flexible thinking and will cry when someone tries to teach her something new. Why? She feels she is losing control.