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Recent content by kparent

  1. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    I haven't been able to ask him yet. He lives with his mom so next time I see him, I'll ask him. Overall he's a sweet person with no violent or destructive tendencies, very well behaved. Most wouldn't know he was on the spectrum unless they talk to him. Thanks!
  2. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    That's possible, but his diet is pretty varied. I always ask him too.
  3. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    It's not a specific time, pretty random. I don't think he hears or sees something. He's pretty literal like a machine.
  4. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    I don't think so.
  5. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    He does not. I'll give myself a good look and others around. Thanks...
  6. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    He's actually taking them out of the fridge and into the trash. We have taught him about the printed expiration date on goods. Thanks!
  7. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    I'll definitely ask him aspie1w. Thanks!
  8. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    They are all things he's previously eaten without any objection. It happened with his mom, aunt, and in his grandparents house. I haven't had a chance to ask him yet. Although he's verbal, he has a hard time expressing himself. I have a feeling Matthias might be right. Thank you for your...
  9. K

    Son keeps putting new uncooked food in the trash.

    Hi, This is my first post. I'm the father of a 19 year old on the spectrum. Lately he's been putting new uncooked food in the trash. Does anyone have any insight into why he would do this? Any help is much appreciated. Thank you.
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