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Recent content by Rutland Survivor

  1. Rutland Survivor

    Sensitivity

    My 7 year old autistic son, lately, has been very sensitive to reactions, compliments or observations we make about him. For example, if he does something cute, we laugh and and he yells, "It's not funny! Stop!" My response is explaining how much we love him and care about him. Another...
  2. Rutland Survivor

    Child with Autism.

    Thanks for the response. He doesn't exhibit this at school and has become more attentive and focused on his work. I think a large part is the fact he gets overtired or gets fixated on something. But, still it's a concern. On a side note, I am wondering if any of you folks have children...
  3. Rutland Survivor

    Child with Autism.

    I'm a parent of two boys, ages 5 and 7. My seven year old was diagnosed with high functioning autism at the age of 3. He is a good-natured kid who loves NASCAR and Minecraft. My question is lately my son has been crying when I talk to him on ECHO Show spontaneously, or when I am with him...
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