Autism: Infant
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Input from Moms of Autistic Spectrum Kids About Help Wanted from Extended Family
Asked by L.B. from New York
on February 7, 2008
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I have a grandson on the autistic spectrum and belong to a support group for grandparents. I would love input from you mothers (and fathers) with kids on the spectrum....
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- I am the Mom of a beautiful 2 1/2 year old austitic boy. He was diagnosed just 3 months ago. I think that the best help anyone can give to us right now is babysitting....
- Hi, L.: Thanks so much for trying to help your little guy. When my son, now age 8, was finally evaluated and started getting his needed services, my in-laws also dis...
- Dear L., This is not exactly an answer to your question but I've researched autism from a holistic standpoint for about 6 years now and found out some rather fascin...
Autism
Asked by S.M. from San Francisco
on March 6, 2008
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Did anyone who has an autistic child see the news press conference about autism/vaccinations going to the courts today? The nurse and doctor that have a girl with aut...
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- There is a specific DSM-IV criteria (the categories psychologists uses) for diagnosing children on the autistic spectrum. Autism is a "spectrum disorder" meaning ther...
- Hi Sharee- The actual issue was not autism. It was a mitochrondrial genetic disorder that may have been triggered by the vaccines, or by another external force (viru...
- Hi, S.! As the mother of a 17-year-old boy who is on the autistic spectrum I can't agree more with Kirstin L. She hit all of the right points!
Could It Be Autism?
Asked by S.Q. from Youngstown
on November 2, 2006
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i know a 2 year old who still does not talk, is overy irritable, clingy to his mother and usually unhappy unless he is staring at a kids video or show on tv. he will n...
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- Something should be done. The fact that is he not eating anything other than crackers and having that many dirty diapers is a problem. I was watching a medical show ...
- I think you are right to be concerned. My nephew had many of these symptoms especially the eating thing. He still at 9 only eats about 5-7 different items ever. Try a ...
- I know nothing about autism and I am no doctor, but I can tell you that he should be eating more than crackers and should at least be on vitamins. It is not good to h...
Autism:how Do You Know If a Child Is Autistic?
Asked by B.C. from Janesville-Beloit
on July 17, 2008
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i have a dear friend, my best friend of ten+years who has a 23 mo old who doesnt talk unless told to say words. i have noticed he is very sensitive to sensory things l...
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- You've already talked to her, and she wasn't responsive. Assuming the child is going in for his well-child exams, the doctors know about his development. You could ...
- Hey B., First of all let me say you are such a good friend to be concerned. A lot of other people would do nothing. I have an autistic child of almost 14 now and ...
- B. -- What is looking like a jerk compared to maybe being a life-altering help to these two? If you are wrong, you can rejoice with them! Good luck! L.
Autism
Asked by N.L. from Tampa
on September 1, 2011
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Do you have a kid with autism?
At what age did you find out about it?
What are the signs?
Thanks
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- My son was diagnosed in June of this year with ASD with speech delay. He was 2.5 then, he will turn three in December. I had a suspicion but I wanted to know why my...
- I have a daughter who is now 8 3/4 years old who has Autism. We found out during the summer after her first preschool year, which should have been the summer before h...
- 1: Yes I do! 2: Looking back, there were signs as an infant with my son. The pediatrician had "red flagged" him at 6mo as he was showing signs of delayed development...
Autism?
Asked by S.K. from Cleveland
on October 18, 2008
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Can anyone out there tell me any more about Autism. Either first hand or educated. I just keep googling and I'm not getting anywhere. Most of the symptoms are also sig...
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- S., you always go with your gut on these things, my son is almost 4 and has been and we just got told he is autistic. i have known for a while but i listened to peop...
- Well, basically, no one will take 1 look at him and tell you he has or doesn't have Autism. My son was diagnosed with it just before turning 3. It took us 1 1/2 years...
- There has to be reason(s) that you chose to search the Internet. Just keep in mind that not all site are reputable and reliaable - many are people's personal rants on...
Autism
Asked by K.S. from Chicago
on February 2, 2010
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My son was recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorderand I feel devastated. How do I cope and do you have any resources?
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- hi, my brother is severe autistic and he is almost 19 yrs old. my mom is an advocate for people with autism and has great resources..if you would like more info let ...
- Who diagnosed him with the autism spectrum disorder? Did they not give you local resources to check out? Have you asked your pediatrician? You don't mention how his...
- Hi, I do not have personal experience with this but have 2 friends who have. First of all, with early intervention both children have done wonderfully! As devastati...
Autism
Asked by I.T. from Los Angeles
on August 22, 2010
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does anybody know what are really early signs and symptoms of autism and how soon you can see it with baby? thank you
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- Dear Kika: Everyone has left you some great information. Eye contact is one of the first indicators of Autism. If this is Autism there are great things you can d...
- this early any sign of autism could be just a delay or something else is causing it....i know a big thing is if they don't like to be cuddled or kissed is a big thing ...
- If you have a concern about a baby, you should not think autism first. Have the babies hearing and vision checked and discuss your concerns with your doctor. Whi...
Autism
Asked by B.T. from San Antonio
on December 27, 2010
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My 3 and a half year old son was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD about a year ago..i"m currently in a bind..i have been looking for an Autism Doctor i would say here in...
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- Dear B., If you have not already, I would call and go to the Autism Community Network. They can get you started to help your son. They will also refer you to Any Ba...
- Write a letter to your school district and ask for an evaluation. Call the County Board of Developmental Disablities, get a case worker, fill out all the paperwork, t...
- Please go to this meetup.com site and join MoCAA. http://www.momsconnectaboutautism.com It is a wonderful local support groups for moms of children with autism. ...
Autism
Asked by K.M. from Providence
on October 12, 2006
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My son is only 4 months old and i dont assume he is going to have autism or anything like that, but with all the things i read, i get nervous. I was just wondering wh...
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- I work with children with autism. Autism isn’t diagnosed until the ages of 2 to 6. Some have claimed to be able to diagnose as early as 18 months, but it’s not concret...
- C. sacco wrote: > Hi, > > I have autistic children, and I wanted to let you know that at four > months old there really would be no way to see it. Enjoy y...
- I have a four year old mildly autistic daughter. She was fine at 8 months and after her 9 month visit and four vaccinations in one visit, suddenly began regressing, no...
