Our 6yr son has high functioning autism.?

Question

And our 4yr old son is learning many of his negative behaviors. They say that 1 out of 150 children have autism these days. So there must be many of you parents out there! Hoping to get some advise with parenting. We have a very busy life- like most people- but I need to talk to someone is dealing with the same situation. It's heartbreaking because there is really nothing we can do but just deal with it the best we can. I love him so much but sometimes it is sooo difficult to not get frustrated or mad- which I know will usually make things worse. Please help if you can. Thanks! :)

Answer 1

I don't have a child with autism but I have many friends who do.  Have you taken him for Sensory Integration Therapy with an occupational therapist?  Also, have you tried "brushing therapy?"  You sound like a great mom, don't feel bad about getting frustrated.  My child has been to occ. therapy for sensory processing problems, and I know that many autistic children have that also.  The therapy is awesome and helps a lot.  My friend has a 7 year old son with high function autism, and they recently put him on Lexapro (upon the doctor's advice) and he started talking more, communcating better, etc.  Check with your dr first though.

Answer 2

My kindergartner has Asperger's Syndrome, which is an Autism Spectrum disorder.  He was diagnosed over 2 years ago, through a developmental evaluation and appts with a few specialists.  Please call your Dr. the sooner you know whats going on the better you and your son will feel.  My son has Occupational therapy, Speech, Social Group, Talk/Art therapy, and an IEP at school.  All this does help, I can't imagine not having these services to help him.  We also have a handicapped hang tag for parking, my little one is a runner and doesn't realize he could get killed by a car.  It is hard to hear that your child has Autism, but with that knowledge, you can learn a lot about how to deal with this challenge.  There are support groups out there too, it helps so much to be able to talk to someone who really, truly, understands what you are dealing with.  Best of luck.

Answer 3

My 10 yo has Asbergers and my 8 yo may be Asbergers too or picked up on his stuff.  I would try as hard as possible to parent your 4 yo as normal as possible.  4 is a hard age to begin w/ as they are testing the limits.  I understand how hard it is on a daily basis.