Re: Help me understand

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Posted By Monica on December 07, 2000 at 13:56:21:

In Reply to: Help me understand posted by DC on December 05, 2000 at 16:27:44:

Hello,
I have a 12 year old son who is autistic. I am going to list a few traits for you to watch for in your student to help you determine if he might be autistic. This list is not complete, but these are some of the main things to look for. He does not need to have all of these traits to be autistic. The more he has, the more likely it is that he has autism. Of course, the Option Program can help him even if he is not autistic.

>The child lacks an understanding of how to play with other children.
>The child prefers to play alone, or plays next to other children, but not with them.
>The child has an unusual tone of voice; is non-verbal; or does not communicate in an age appropriate way.
>The child does not make eye contact or makes little eye contact.
>The child does not engage in imaginative play.
>The child is fascinated by a particular topic or object.
>The child becomes unusually upset by changes in routine.
>The child has developed elaborate routines or rituals that MUST be completed.
>The child has unusual fear or distress due to any of the following: ordinary sounds, such as electrical appliances, sirens, telephone, etc; light touch on skin or scalp; wearing particular types of clothing; unexpected noises; seeing certain objects; noisy, crouded places.
>The child has a tendency to flap or rock when excited or distressed.
>The child appears to have a lack of sensitivity to low levels of pain.

I hope this helps you. One more thing... My son is 12 and he is still frightened of the toilet. He no longer minds sitting on it, but he is still fearful of using it for BMs. I have been working with him in his play room for a couple of weeks on a part time basis and it really seems to be helping. Just remember to be very loving and accepting of your student and don't force him to do anything. Let us know what happens!

Monica

: I am a 1st year Early intervention teacher who is just certified in Early Childhood. I am starting on my Master's in Early Intervention. I have recently got a new boy in my class who is four years old. He may be autistic. We do not know yet. I do not know if he is autistic or has just been babied too much at home. He came to school with a diaper bag. He is wearing pullups and is not potty trained. I really need to potty train him and he seems to have a fear of the potty. He does not want to get on the potty. What I am asking is how can I tell if he is autistic and how do I potty train an autistic child at 4 years old?

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Comments:: Hello, : I have a 12 year old son who is autistic. I am going to list a few traits for you to watch for in your student to help you determine if he might be autistic. This list is not complete, but these are some of the main things to look for. He does not need to have all of these traits to be autistic. The more he has, the more likely it is that he has autism. Of course, the Option Program can help him even if he is not autistic. : >The child lacks an understanding of how to play with other children. : >The child prefers to play alone, or plays next to other children, but not with them. : >The child has an unusual tone of voice; is non-verbal; or does not communicate in an age appropriate way. : >The child does not make eye contact or makes little eye contact. : >The child does not engage in imaginative play. : >The child is fascinated by a particular topic or object. : >The child becomes unusually upset by changes in routine. : >The child has developed elaborate routines or rituals that MUST be completed. : >The child has unusual fear or distress due to any of the following: ordinary sounds, such as electrical appliances, sirens, telephone, etc; light touch on skin or scalp; wearing particular types of clothing; unexpected noises; seeing certain objects; noisy, crouded places. : >The child has a tendency to flap or rock when excited or distressed. : >The child appears to have a lack of sensitivity to low levels of pain. : I hope this helps you. One more thing... My son is 12 and he is still frightened of the toilet. He no longer minds sitting on it, but he is still fearful of using it for BMs. I have been working with him in his play room for a couple of weeks on a part time basis and it really seems to be helping. Just remember to be very loving and accepting of your student and don't force him to do anything. Let us know what happens! : Monica : : : I am a 1st year Early intervention teacher who is just certified in Early Childhood. I am starting on my Master's in Early Intervention. I have recently got a new boy in my class who is four years old. He may be autistic. We do not know yet. I do not know if he is autistic or has just been babied too much at home. He came to school with a diaper bag. He is wearing pullups and is not potty trained. I really need to potty train him and he seems to have a fear of the potty. He does not want to get on the potty. What I am asking is how can I tell if he is autistic and how do I potty train an autistic child at 4 years old?