February 1, 2016
by Shannon
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For the past few months, I’ve been walking on eggshells around my son, desperately seeking ways to avoid setting him off while still ensuring that he “behaves.” It’s been tough to see old techniques useless in the face of his … Continue reading
January 22, 2016
by Beth
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A Mother Jones article from the July/August edition really stuck with me. In it Katherine Reynolds Lewis asks, “What if Everything You Knew About Disciplining Kids Was Wrong?” It provides statistics that reinforce some of my worst parenting-with-autism fears, and it highlights … Continue reading
November 13, 2014
by Shannon
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This isn’t the first time, and I’m sure it won’t be the last, when I am forced to acknowledge that I need to be more aware of autism. For many weeks my son’s behaviors were increasing, reverting to old problems that … Continue reading
January 31, 2014
by Editorial Team
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The key to many struggles families living with autism face lies in understanding what is driving behavior. We all know that behavior is communication, but often discovering what is being communicated feels impossible. Sitting down with your child and accessing … Continue reading
October 1, 2013
by Editorial Team
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from a CEA mom My husband glanced at me and asked, ”Why is your child doing that?’’ He was referring to our son’s incessant pacing, a routine interrupted only by the rapping of knuckles on the table. I had to … Continue reading
August 7, 2013
by Editorial Team
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For too long autism was seen and treated as a behavior disorder. We know, now, that this is not the case. Still, behaviors can be baffling, exhausting and too often prevent us from seeing a child. This is a real … Continue reading
April 17, 2013
by Bonnie
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This is the second post in our “Proactive Parenting” series. Imagine the following scenario… “Mom, I want a cookie.” “No, not now, it is almost time for dinner.” Your child begins to cry or scream and you are annoyed. But … Continue reading
April 9, 2013
by Kathy
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When a child is stressed and upset, he/she cannot think rationally so trying to talk your child out of their behavior or change their behavior in the moment feels useless. Sometimes the consequences we give, like “time out” or taking … Continue reading
March 14, 2013
by Bonnie
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This is the first post in our “Proactive Parenting” series. Proactive parenting is a simple method to help you and your child avoid the proverbial anger mountain. Imagine a bell curve or a gentle slope. At the bottom of the … Continue reading
February 16, 2013
by Tammy
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Visual supports in your home All children need structure and predictability in daily life. The sense of security this provides eases transitions and creates calm in the home. Children with autism may insist on routines because they may suffer from … Continue reading
