Parenting Advice for Autistic Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:11:40 -0400

Here is a potentially typical day in the life of an autistic child with a form of autism spectrum disorder. Every day at recess a third grader named Bill has challenges controlling himself. He hits, pushes, kicks and argues with the other students. When confronted about his behavior, he gets more angry, yelling at teachers or runs away from them. His teacher tries to help him by offering him a special prize each day from a special classroom treasure chest if he keeps his hands to himself at recess. He expresses great interests in earning these prizes, but nevertheless, each day he returns from recess frustrated that once again he had some physical altercation and did not earn the prize. When the principal explains that he will be punished for his behavior and lose recess the next day, his upset escalates and he stays angry for hours, yelling and screaming or trying to run away. His parents have offered rewards for controlling himself and have removed privileges for continued problems at recess. Despite a consistent discipline plan, it has not worked. These challenging moments are exhausting for all. **End Summary** Topics: Autism]]> Autistic Children]]> Autism Spectrum Disorder]]> Adult A]]>]]> About the Author: ]]> Karen Simmons is the CEO and Founder of AutismToday.com. She is also co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul - Children with Special Needs. Join Karen for a one day autism conference: Social Skills Training for Autism Spectrum Disorder. This eight hour autism seminar can be watched on a live webcast or video replay at http://www.AutismEdmonton.com

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Parenting Advice for Autistic Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder