My son who is 10 years old is autistic and has been a scout since he was six years old. He was semi verbal until he was really involved with scouts. Most of my readers know I sing the praises of Boy Scouts of America for autistic children. This past weekend was an event called… Continue reading One Autistic Scout Defying other Leaders Doubts
When really strong and overwhelming feelings happen, it can be extremely overwhelming, especially for autistic people. I will explain what happened to me today. Its nothing bad, I promise. Today I had a meeting with our Rabbi and Cantor. Three of our children came to us later in life. They are my husbands siblings. His… Continue reading Strong Overwhelming feelings in autistics
One thing that gets said a lot when it comes to autistic children, non verbal communication hinders speech. In my experience, it facilitates speech. When it comes to autistic children, the milestone timeline is different. It is different for every child and should not be compared to a typical child. I have two examples. One… Continue reading Non Verbal Communication can Facilicate Speech
Autism. It is a scary word once you hear it. As a parent you are left with little to know information to go on. The doctors can do evaluations and not give you any direction. You are left with this child. Your child with a an autistic diagnosis. You are unsure of what to do.… Continue reading You Cannot Hate Autism and Love Your Child
Consent. It is a very simple concept. If you want something to happen or have done, you can give consent and that's the end of it. No harm, no foul. What happens when you cannot give consent? The act cannot happen. At last that's how it should be. It is very often the opposite. This… Continue reading Body Autotonomy is for everyone, including children
Aviva Seigler 