Hello, I found this forum after searching around a bit. I'm looking for some advice/thoughts regarding my situation. I have a 9 yr old son who is ASD and a 4 yr old boy who is normally developing. My nine year old is from a previous relationship and I have him at my house mostly 1-2 days a week. When they are together its difficult as my older boy has a lot of sensory issues and repetitive behaviors. Like a lot of ASD kids he has trouble expressing himself appropriately and doesn't reciprocate with me, our 4 year old and my wife.
My younger son looks up to him and loves him so much and is now beginning to act like his older brother when he's not around. Talking back to us, calling us names(bossy, etc like my ASD son does). Also using many of the negative reactions and emotions toward us. My wife and I are not sure how to make this situation better. Thoughts? If you guys need any other information I'd be glad to offer. Thanks
My younger son looks up to him and loves him so much and is now beginning to act like his older brother when he's not around. Talking back to us, calling us names(bossy, etc like my ASD son does). Also using many of the negative reactions and emotions toward us. My wife and I are not sure how to make this situation better. Thoughts? If you guys need any other information I'd be glad to offer. Thanks