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What Are the Signs of Autism, or Sensory Perception Disorder?
see websites http://sfautismsociety.virtualave.net www.php.com (Parents Helping Parents in Santa Clara) for more information. 1 mom found this helpful ...
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- Some of the main signs of autism are speech delay, not wanting to socialize with others (i.e. prefers to play alone), repetitive behaviors (i.e. twirling the wheels on...
- Mercury Toxicity & Autism: 1) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQYISvsgq6s&feature=related 2) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbcngSD0K90&feature=related 3) h...
- How much language (speech) does your son have? At age three you can call your local school district and ask them to evaluate your child. If they think he needs servi...
Ideas for Son Getting Bad Grades
Parents helping Parents has a great letter on their website to help you request an assessment. The website is www.php.com. Look in the tag for Special ...
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- Hi T., This is right around the time my grades started slipping too. For me, it was homework. I simply didn't do it or if I did, it was VERY half asked. No punis...
- You didn't say why he is getting bad grades. I would ask, in detail, the teachers why he is getting bad grades (not turning things in, test scores, etc.). Have you c...
- Find ways to make learning fun. I tutor a 3rd grader twice a week and we play math and reading games. She loves horses so I got her a horse binder, a horse notebook ...
Juveniel Diabetes - Type 1
In the "forum" section there is a specific forum for parents helping parents. If you have cable, they also have a 1/2 hour show on Sunday nights (I think ...
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- Dear S., I am so very sorry to hear of your son's diagnosis. I understand exactly how you are feeling. My own son Jacob was diagnosed on July 3, 2004, when he was...
- Have you met with a diabetes educator? Is your son seeing a pediatric endocrinologist? Do you use a meter that offers alternative site testing- you test arms, legs an...
- S. - First realize that you are not alone. Also, your son is not alone with his diagnosis. Although I was diagnosed with diabetes when I was 35, it IS emotionall...
Help with Sleep Habits of a 22 Month Old
Jul 28, 2009 ... I am a parent mentor and I love helping parents raise responsible children! Visit http://www.lorrainepursell.com/. Helpful? ...
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- Hi P., We had that same problem with our daughter, now 5 and learned how hard it is to break a habit. So when our son, now 2-1/2 started wanting to be held to sleep ...
- Don't worry.... she will get there. Just not yet. Once she is in her 2's.... it will get better. What she is going through is normal.... BOTH my kids did that too....
- I wish I had some suggestions about making bedtime easier. I am responding because I noticed you said your 22 month old was potty trained. I am a mother of a 22 mont...
Potty Training Help Again
Cindy C added this item : www.php.com, Parents helping Parents (California) has support groups for those dealing with autistic family members. ...
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- Hi J., I'm sure you've tried bribing her...that worked with my son. You said that she told you she is afraid of it hurting, she's a smart cookie to be able to tell...
- My younger sister had this problem, and it seems to be common in youngsters with constipation issues - who often have some pain and straining associated with bowel mov...
- I have a family member who had the exact problem that you do. She ended up cutting a hole in the diaper and when her daughter needed to go she would put the diaper on ...
Medication for ADHD
If you are in the Bay area there is good support available through Parents Helping Parents. www.php.com. They have a series of seminars/trainings that focus ...
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- First I'd like to say, please keep an open mind about all your options including medication. My son, now 20 and my daughter now 10 both have ADHD. One has ADHD inatte...
- I have spessial need child, call me I will connect with many parents whose children have suffered in the past and what they've done to free their children from many si...
- Adderall is the first medication my step son was started on when he was diagnosed with ADHD last year. It seemed to work really well. The only problem was they didn'...
Seeking Advice W/19 Month Old Grandson Who Doesn't Respond to Name
Sep 12, 2009 ... Contact Parents Helping Parents in San Jose. www.php.com. School districts start providing services for kids at age 3. ...
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- If you're worried you should take him to get looked at. What does his pediatrician think? My oldest son was very late with his talking as was my little brother. My ...
- Hi, I know exactly what you mean. The same thing is going on in my house. My son is 20 mos and has no "real" words. He babbles for most part and can occasionally say ...
- We had the same problem with one of our girls. The pediatrician also noticed that she wasn't making appropriate eye contact. We then took her to a developmental pediat...
Pregnant with a down Syndrome Child
Have you asked your OB about support groups for parents of children with Down ... www.php.com (parents helping parents) family resource center for kiddos ...
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- Congratulations on the birth of yoru daughter ! I am sure by now you are madly in love with her. Give us an update.
- Try finding an agency in your area that deals with special needs kids. I know there are a few here in Sioux Falls that have been very helpful. Also, once your child is...
- I’m 28 years old when I was 19 I had my son Kaycee. When I was told he had Down syndrome I was angry sad confused ….I had a hard time finding anyone that was close to ...
Head Banging
Aug 10, 2009 ... Parents Helping Parents in San Jose (www.php.com) would be helpful. Is you son getting an speech therapy for his speech delay? ...
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- You might want to talk to someone who knows about Autism, this is classic.
- Hi, I used to be a speech therapist. You are right to question your doctors advice. I suggest that you ask for a full developmental evaluation. Actually, I would ins...
- Sounds like the poor guy is frustrated. my kids all had speech delays among others and are all very strong willed. The good news is he's going to be great when he ge...
Seeking Parents of Children with Asperger's or Autism Spectrum Disorders
Seeking Parents of Children with Asperger's or Autism Spectrum Disorders ... he also gets Direct indiviual insturction which is helping a great deal,I know ...
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- Congratulations on getting certified through the school system. Ours is "reluctant" to certify my 3.5yr old who has actually been diagnosed by a Developmental pediatr...
- Stacey, This is tough. I have two kids that have autism. One autism one aspergers. It is hard to find support but I live in Northern Mich. I have found some group...
- Hi S., I have a 6-year old daughter (my middle child) who has been diagnosed with high-functioning autism by a dr. specializing in that field. The school district...
