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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: my teen is failing 8th grade due to executive dysfunction =/ |
| magicmom |
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Posted: 08 Mar 2011, 6:22 am
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Replies: 24
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| RayErnest, Thank you for your perceptive voice. After reading Chronos I was feeling terrible about my son's struggles. Blaming myself that I had not been teaching him better ways to organize. Bad mom syndrome! My son truly struggles with executive function. Far more than his AS, ADD or any other iss... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: my teen is failing 8th grade due to executive dysfunction =/ |
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Posted: 07 Mar 2011, 10:58 am
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| Reading your story brings tears of frustration to my eyes. I went through this and feel like it is a never ending battle. I wish they we had done what DenvrDave recommends. Only grade on test scores. So many AS kids struggle with the social piece, the navigation of their day... that when they get ho... |
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Forum: Work and finding a Job Topic: A condescending co-worker |
| magicmom |
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Posted: 07 Mar 2011, 10:10 am
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Replies: 7
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| Silent stares back can help. You are wise. Do not trust her. I am so sorry you are dealing with this kind of under the radar bully. She is mean, cruel and clearly enjoying stressing you out. You do not deserve this kind of work environment. Try to avoid her if you can. As much as possible. Be polite... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: verbal stimming? |
| magicmom |
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Posted: 06 Mar 2011, 1:30 pm
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Replies: 27
Views: 16,186
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| Thank you for explaning everything. You are very lucky to have your son in such a fantastic program, with teachers and aides who are so caring. I do not know as much about Tourettes. When my son has anxiety he begins to stim. On another note, my non AS child was a big talker and very loud at age 5. ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: verbal stimming? |
| magicmom |
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Posted: 05 Mar 2011, 1:03 pm
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Replies: 27
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| I wonder..... If you have seen an increase in stimming that it may be because of added stress in his classroom. Everyone has ways they cope with stress or their environment. Clicking a pen, twirling Hair, chewing gum, chewing a pencil, tapping the table... For AS kids it can be Repeating words, flap... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Doctor's appointment (frustrating) |
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Posted: 05 Mar 2011, 12:39 pm
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Replies: 5
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| Hi It is okay if he stims. Truly it is okay. Who cares? I don't. I would bet there are 1000s on WP who stim and could care less if he does. I know it is hard for a mom. I am one. I do understand. My son used to flap his arms. Yes, it could be the medicine. Biphentin is a methylphenidate drug. The me... |
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Forum: The Haven Topic: frustrated with my son's school |
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Posted: 05 Mar 2011, 11:56 am
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Replies: 11
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| Hi All, Thanks again for all your words of wisdom. I wanted to write a follow up on all that has changed. There are days I still feel worn out but I was very upfront with the school in Jan at the IEP meeting. I did not hire an attorney. I led them to believe I had. That we were doing this meeting fi... |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: What was helpful to you once you got to college? |
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Posted: 11 Jan 2011, 6:32 am
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Replies: 24
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I should not have used the words boot camp.
That sounds terrible. And I would never send my son to such a place.
I am thinking more along the lines of structure with explanation
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Forum: The Haven Topic: A mother's denial |
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Posted: 10 Jan 2011, 8:23 am
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Replies: 19
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| First I do believe you. I am sorry your mom is not helping but I think she wants you to try to take care of yourself. This is really hard for moms to do. But it is important for your well being that she let you take care of you. I also wonder if you have ever been tested for Panic attacks. What you ... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Was assessed for Asperger's yesterday... |
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Posted: 10 Jan 2011, 8:11 am
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Replies: 7
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| You are really brave. Not everyone is as brave as you to reseach and learn. And you should be super proud of yourself. Trying to find out about you is healthy and smart. Whatever the results will be you know that you have some unique qualities otherwise you would never have been interested in readin... |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: What was helpful to you once you got to college? |
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Posted: 10 Jan 2011, 7:58 am
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Replies: 24
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| Thank you everyone this is really helpful. Today, I have an IEP meeting. We want out son's school district to pay for a program called THINK COLLEGE. It has HS kids with a disability like AS participate in a community college class their senior year. It is not for credit and they attend with people ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Aspie Teens: Are they more immature? |
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Posted: 07 Jan 2011, 8:39 am
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Replies: 32
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| slashfrehley42, I am not the original poster who spoke about her son's level of maturity and sexuality. (interest in girls) To be clear My son's sexuality is his own business. He has had girlfriends before and currently is single but this will change soon. ~mm Chronos, Thank you again for some great... |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: What was helpful to you once you got to college? |
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Posted: 06 Jan 2011, 11:32 am
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Replies: 24
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This is all fantastic.
Keep this information coming. I am beyond grateful!! !! !! !! !!
every detail is helping think about what would work for my son.
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Just checked out the link. Yes, This is what I am going to request at the
next IEP meeting. |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: What was helpful to you once you got to college? |
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Posted: 06 Jan 2011, 9:24 am
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Replies: 24
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| Was it the Special Ed college support system for students on the spectrum? Was it being prepared for college? Was it living alone? with others? Was it your department and major? Was it an advisor? Was it a friend? Teacher? Classmate? What went wrong? What do you wish had been done for you? Thanks. M... |
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Forum: School and College Life Topic: Nervous About Future Schooling |
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Posted: 06 Jan 2011, 9:19 am
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Replies: 3
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| Shenlong, I am so sorry you feel like you are being pushed out of the nest. Change is very scary. Maybe yuor mother wants you to try your own wings and fly. Have you thought about talking to your college LD support? Some colleges have a private (never to be disclosed unless you wish) Learning Disabl... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Aspie Teens: Are they more immature? |
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Posted: 06 Jan 2011, 7:00 am
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Replies: 32
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| Hi Chronos,. Excellent advice and I will follow that word of warning. Today he is unable to stay alone in the house. It almost burnt down the last time a gas stove with a pan was left burning, he was unaware or perhaps chose to ignore the smoke. The bathing, personal care, laundry... all excellent w... |
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