Yesterday I talked about Autism and relationships, today I would like to
talk about how many parents come into my office because of a concern over one of
their child's behaviors. For example a parent will come in and say "John told me
that he hated me last night and he just wanted to be left alone in his room."
This is obviously just one of many things that parents give me. The very first
thing I tell them is that "Every teenage goes through these fazes whether they
have a disability or not." It is very important for us as parents, teachers and
friends to remember that while some teenagers have Autism they are still
teenagers. They will go through puberty, having a lot of friends, not having a
lot of friends, loving their parents, hating their parents, dress like a skater
one day, be a jock the next. It is important not to overreact and to always sit
back and think this child with Autism is still a child and they are learning
their way through life. Each life will have its ups and downs. It is important
we do not overreact and to talk to other people, because your child might be
doing the same thing your neighbor is doing.
Be positive and always share what you are going through with others.
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