So, I finally got my son tested and found out he's "moderately" autistic. Shock waves in the house. Husband still doesn't want to deal with it. He keeps wanting to treat him "normally". However, that's not working.
I still haven't had time to read up on anything or do much research. I just am going with my gut. I'm trying to work with him on "correct" behaviors. Help him when he has the melt-downs because he doesn't get his way right then and there. I've got stuff to start working on a visual schedule for him. I bought an iPad (really for all 3 kids) even though I don't have the money to do so. So I set up something hoping people could help me out a little bit with the cost http://www.gofundme.com/nhdehk
I went ahead with the purchase because it's got apps that will help him work on his letters (I found out he's a visual learner) and working on the cognitive stuff - why things happen, who did it, etc.
It's also good for my daughter who is delayed as well. Getting her to focus (occupational therapy) and use her hands for fine motor skills. So far so good! Even big sister is getting something out of it - she's working on her math and money skills (she's trying to save up for an American Girl doll).
So I may be here time to time to talk about what's going on in my life with my kids. Mainly because we're getting ready to hear the results of my youngest daughter's evaluation and starting getting the twins ready to go to kindergarten. That alone is a big chore. Since hubby and I don't always see eye to eye on how to treat them.
Wish me luck!
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