How to Deal with Finding Out Your Child has Autism.
By Kamau Austin
The following article is from one of my favorite writers on Autism Rachel Evans. She makes some great points in the following article. I would just add that you should try to avoid denial if your child is diagnosed.
Being diagnosed with autism isn't the end of the world. When my wife and I received the news our child was autistic we were devastated.
We were mad at the people who diagnosed her. It felt as if the people who pointed out her condition were trying to label another African American child with learning disabilities.
In short we went through a period of morning. This was one of the most depressing things I had to deal with as an adult.
However, the more we learned about the condition the more we realized my daughter had many of the traits of the autism spectrum. It was good for us to overcome our denial and get early treatment.
This is because the earlier you get past your morning, depression or denial about being a parent of an autistic child the better. You can get early intervention to help your child along.
My child was very unaffectionate, ignored instructions, and couldn't say mommy up until 3 years of age. She didn't walk until about 18 months. Today my daughter is 6 years old in kindergarten.
We decided to do 2 years in kindergarten to mainstream her into the regular courses and out of special ed. My daughter is no longer in special ed although she does need the help of an aide to stay focused.
Today she can write, speak, and do some of her homework faster than her dad. She also is a budding computer prodigy getting very high marks in school for computer literacy.
I hope you are inspired by what I wrote and continue to strive for the best education for your children. Please read the great article below.
Bringing Up Bright And Happy Children With Autism
by Rachel Evans
Ask any parent and they'll tell you that parenting a child is the most difficult task they've ever encountered. They'll also tell you it's the most rewarding. Parenting a child with autism, however, can be a little more stressful. It can also be just as rewarding. The key to bringing up bright and happy children with Autism is to love and nurture them, as you would any child.
Once your child has been diagnosed with autism, you may at first go through a typical sort of panic mode. One of the first things you may want to do is set up counseling for yourself to help you deal with any negative feelings you are having about your child. This can help you in this overwhelming time. You may also want to do some research on your own regarding Autism,
as it will help you to understand what you may expect with your child.
When you start researching, you'll, of course, want to start with your child's pediatrician. They can certainly help to point you in the right direction. There also may be support groups in your area and you'll find that parents of children with autism can help you deal with this initial period, as well as being a great source for information.
When you are choosing a program for your child with autism, you'll want to seek the advice from professionals, such as your pediatrician and other autism professionals. Research the program to make sure it will deal with all aspects of autism, as well as make sure they are qualified to assist your child.
Once you've come to terms with your child being diagnosed with autism, there are certain things you'll need to take care of in the home. You want to bring your autistic child up in a home that is safe, as well as comfortable for your child. One of the first things you should do is a safety check. For example, if you worry because your child likes to sneak outside, you may
want to install security locks on the doors. Make sure, however, the child can get out in case of an emergency. You may also want to consider fencing in the yard where your child can play safely.
Some autistic children are very sensitive to touch and even bathing them becomes a struggle. You want your child to be clean however, you also want them to be happy. If this means foregoing a daily bath for one every other day, then by all means, do it. You can also help them to overcome their
sensitivity to water by scheduling regular playtimes in water, such as playing with lawn sprinklers and squirt guns. You can make it a fun time and they may come to enjoy bathing.
Most importantly, provide your child with activities at home, as well as outside the home. They may not want to participate in all of them, but it is important for your child to be treated as if they are included. Don't leave your child home when going out for dinner. Take your autistic child with you
and just make sure you go to a family type restaurant so if your child does misbehave in public, it is not such a big deal.
Provide your child with an environment filled with different colors and textures. This will help to keep their attention on certain activities and if you provide them with the opportunity for social interaction, this can certainly help them in the long run.
Most importantly, however, provide your child with love. Even if your mautistic child does not like to be touched, there are other things you can do to let them know you love them. Talking with your child, even when you don't feel they are listening is important to their development. Tell them how much you love them, whether they respond in turn or not. A child that is
loved will feel this love, even if they have autism.
About The Author: By Rachel Evans. You can get more info & signup for a Free Autism Newsletter at: The Essential Guide to Autism or for articles click here: Essential Autism Articles
The following article is from one of my favorite writers on Autism Rachel Evans. She makes some great points in the following article. I would just add that you should try to avoid denial if your child is diagnosed.
Being diagnosed with autism isn't the end of the world. When my wife and I received the news our child was autistic we were devastated.
We were mad at the people who diagnosed her. It felt as if the people who pointed out her condition were trying to label another African American child with learning disabilities.
In short we went through a period of morning. This was one of the most depressing things I had to deal with as an adult.
However, the more we learned about the condition the more we realized my daughter had many of the traits of the autism spectrum. It was good for us to overcome our denial and get early treatment.
This is because the earlier you get past your morning, depression or denial about being a parent of an autistic child the better. You can get early intervention to help your child along.
My child was very unaffectionate, ignored instructions, and couldn't say mommy up until 3 years of age. She didn't walk until about 18 months. Today my daughter is 6 years old in kindergarten.
We decided to do 2 years in kindergarten to mainstream her into the regular courses and out of special ed. My daughter is no longer in special ed although she does need the help of an aide to stay focused.
Today she can write, speak, and do some of her homework faster than her dad. She also is a budding computer prodigy getting very high marks in school for computer literacy.
I hope you are inspired by what I wrote and continue to strive for the best education for your children. Please read the great article below.
Bringing Up Bright And Happy Children With Autism
by Rachel Evans
Ask any parent and they'll tell you that parenting a child is the most difficult task they've ever encountered. They'll also tell you it's the most rewarding. Parenting a child with autism, however, can be a little more stressful. It can also be just as rewarding. The key to bringing up bright and happy children with Autism is to love and nurture them, as you would any child.
Once your child has been diagnosed with autism, you may at first go through a typical sort of panic mode. One of the first things you may want to do is set up counseling for yourself to help you deal with any negative feelings you are having about your child. This can help you in this overwhelming time. You may also want to do some research on your own regarding Autism,
as it will help you to understand what you may expect with your child.
When you start researching, you'll, of course, want to start with your child's pediatrician. They can certainly help to point you in the right direction. There also may be support groups in your area and you'll find that parents of children with autism can help you deal with this initial period, as well as being a great source for information.
When you are choosing a program for your child with autism, you'll want to seek the advice from professionals, such as your pediatrician and other autism professionals. Research the program to make sure it will deal with all aspects of autism, as well as make sure they are qualified to assist your child.
Once you've come to terms with your child being diagnosed with autism, there are certain things you'll need to take care of in the home. You want to bring your autistic child up in a home that is safe, as well as comfortable for your child. One of the first things you should do is a safety check. For example, if you worry because your child likes to sneak outside, you may
want to install security locks on the doors. Make sure, however, the child can get out in case of an emergency. You may also want to consider fencing in the yard where your child can play safely.
Some autistic children are very sensitive to touch and even bathing them becomes a struggle. You want your child to be clean however, you also want them to be happy. If this means foregoing a daily bath for one every other day, then by all means, do it. You can also help them to overcome their
sensitivity to water by scheduling regular playtimes in water, such as playing with lawn sprinklers and squirt guns. You can make it a fun time and they may come to enjoy bathing.
Most importantly, provide your child with activities at home, as well as outside the home. They may not want to participate in all of them, but it is important for your child to be treated as if they are included. Don't leave your child home when going out for dinner. Take your autistic child with you
and just make sure you go to a family type restaurant so if your child does misbehave in public, it is not such a big deal.
Provide your child with an environment filled with different colors and textures. This will help to keep their attention on certain activities and if you provide them with the opportunity for social interaction, this can certainly help them in the long run.
Most importantly, however, provide your child with love. Even if your mautistic child does not like to be touched, there are other things you can do to let them know you love them. Talking with your child, even when you don't feel they are listening is important to their development. Tell them how much you love them, whether they respond in turn or not. A child that is
loved will feel this love, even if they have autism.
About The Author: By Rachel Evans. You can get more info & signup for a Free Autism Newsletter at: The Essential Guide to Autism or for articles click here: Essential Autism Articles
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