Special Education

I have a 9th grade student who has both borderline Asperger's symptoms and borderline schizophrenia symptoms. He is being seen by the counselor twice a week and a psychiatrist once a week. He still has bizarre outbursts in class that cause other kids to ostracize him. Anyone out there (teachers) who have any good techniques for dealing with the bizarre stuff? Ignoring works okay, to a point, but not great.

2007-05-12 08:11:44 · 5 answers · asked by P-nuts and Hair-dos 7

adolescence to adulthood

2007-05-11 18:29:04 · 4 answers · asked by berx 1

I live in Westminster Colorado. My son is three years old and does not speak and has tantrums because of this . I need to find an occupational therapist for him.

2007-05-11 08:51:06 · 4 answers · asked by toniboyes 1

Daughter has had diabetes since she was 9 1/2 and is now studying at college for A' levels. Have just got back results from DWP saying that she is not able to have any disability living allowance at all. She is under special needs at college and is taken there every day and home again. To lose £166 a month is going to be a big blow to her as it helps buy her food, which is specific to her dietary needs. Why I wonder have they cut her off completely? Has anyone else come across this from the DWP recently and are there any precedence known?

2007-05-11 07:33:00 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-05-10 15:43:37 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've noticed some troubling red flags displayed by my toddler son and fear he may have autism. I'm not jumping to conclusions yet and I made an appointment to see a pediatric psychologist to see if that's true. The waiting now is killing me. I'm wondering how I can deal with all of my emotions about this. I'm terrified of the diagnosis of autism. However, I know that if he does have autism, an early intervention and treatment is critical. When I first saw a list of autism symptoms, I nearly threw up because so many of them described my son. How does a parent cope with this?

2007-05-09 09:09:24 · 17 answers · asked by Graciela, RIRS 6

i think i may want to do this, but i'd love to know why others are drawn to it.

2007-05-08 17:30:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi. I'm going to be volunteering at my community's special Olympics this upcoming Saturday, and I was just wondering what to expect. I'm going to be hanging out with one of the athletes, just guiding them to their events and such. Any past experiences would be great, or just some tips! I'm excited but also nervous! Thanks for your help in advance!!

2007-05-08 09:03:21 · 7 answers · asked by yahooanswersfan 3

Hello, I have and 8 year old special needs child. He gets tired whenever we go on family outings and refuses to walk. He has out grown is old wagon and is becoming increasingly heavier to carry. I need to find a large wagon or stroller type device to take on outings with us anyone know where I can purchase something like that?

2007-05-08 04:32:38 · 5 answers · asked by padua76 2

I hate doing it. As we all do. IS there any way I can make it easier for me emotionally? I find it so embarassing to have to explain my son's special needs as they are initmate in nature. I know I will ahve to do this forever for him with everyone he ever encounters for school or work. I have paper work describing it and qucik fact sheets and a dvd describing his condition but I still hate it. maybe just venting but tell me does it get easier. He is just going to kgarden.

2007-05-08 03:44:20 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am interested in becoming a classroom behavior management specialist. I had completed my associates years ago in early childhood education and am planning to go back for my bachelor's and then on to my Master's certificate. My question is, which would be better for my bachelor's..finish the degree in education or in psychology? Any input from special ed teachers or people in a similar career field is greatly appreciated! Thanks

2007-05-08 01:02:26 · 6 answers · asked by Annie 6

2007-05-08 00:32:44 · 9 answers · asked by sanjusisodia 1

2007-05-07 20:17:00 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

What treatments is your child receiving??

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What emotional/family issues are involved when an autistic child is in the family?

2007-05-05 16:36:10 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

In my own opinion, this is not always truth. Special needs children in a general Ed classroom are subject to other kids comments which can be very cruel. Also when they see that they can.y perform as good as their peers , they feel inferior and frustrated. Many parents feel that a general classroom is the best setting for their children with special needs. Students in a self-contained classroom are happier because they don't have the pressure of trying to level up with their peers. Also, kids can act really cruel to them by making negative remarks about their performance in the class.

2007-05-05 16:23:04 · 14 answers · asked by Richard 3

ok... i was always wondering wut a hoe is... but ive never found out because every1 sez that im not old enough 2 know??!! well i no its farming tool, but wuts behind all that history that made it so bad? i dont even know wut it is so plz dont blame me if its sumthing RELLY bad. =)

2007-05-05 12:21:20 · 10 answers · asked by Bwo11 1

2007-05-05 06:59:16 · 20 answers · asked by Marin 2

I have a child that is blind and has c.p., The school district that we live in wouldn't put him in school because they didn't have the resources to teach him, so they tried to get him in the school for the visually impaired. They to turned my child down once they found out that he had hepititis c. I have contacted the Office of cival rights. They could not believe how big this case is. My child has been out of school for 5 months now and will be out all summer as well. My question is do I go public?

2007-05-05 04:17:07 · 12 answers · asked by lanaye j 1

what things do you like to do in free time...

2007-05-04 18:25:08 · 7 answers · asked by camy g 1

I am 47 and in my time I was told I do not have the
same rights as other kids because I had LD.I was told I had no right to an education,I can not be helped and forget college.even My parents told me this.That is why I have worked in a dead end job for 20 years(making good money now).It is too late
for change at my age.Still today I have almost no
self esteem because of all this.
Question-Why did I not have the same rights?

2007-05-04 16:24:55 · 19 answers · asked by doulasc 2

2007-05-04 11:38:14 · 4 answers · asked by lwnshn 1

2007-05-04 06:42:13 · 4 answers · asked by sister i s 1

I've heard conflicting reports as to whether PDD-NOS is or is not "autism." I thought it was on the spectrum, but a different diagnosis altogether.

My sister-in-law's 3 yr old son was diagnosed with PDD-NOS about a year ago, and she's concerned about how her child will adapt to life with "autism."

So is it, or isn't it? Just curious.

2007-05-04 05:17:57 · 17 answers · asked by kneontransitt 2

2007-05-04 01:57:13 · 6 answers · asked by Wolfstyle 2

2007-05-03 15:41:24 · 3 answers · asked by PATRICK O 1

What can I do, she's 10 and got suspended for punching 2 other students leaving bruises on them, said "**** off" to her teacher and was throwing objects. She acts out whenever her routine gets altered due to her autism. She is now suspended for a day and a half, and gets to go back to school on Monday (today is Thursday). What sort of punishments should she get? Remember she is very mildly autistic, but I know that's no excuse for her behavior. Thank you all.

2007-05-03 10:38:10 · 12 answers · asked by Beach Girl 3

My nephew is 7 and hes cross eyed and drools all the time...
My brother says he's special but I think hes a Mental Retard...
How do I approach this b/c they let him loose all the time and think he is no harm to others. I tell them he needs to be kept indoors supervised ,but I feel like they wont figure it out until he kills a neighbor kid. (Like Jeffrey Dahmer did) I dont know should I call the police??????
Help please

2007-05-03 04:00:40 · 29 answers · asked by Fer t 3

I'm interested in pursuing a masters degree in special education, with a concentration on teaching deaf children, or possibly, blind children. Will I have a difficult time finding a job, or are these specific positions in high demand?

2007-05-02 09:54:06 · 10 answers · asked by Ciespi 2

I am looking for a teaching position that IS NOT in a mainstream school; I am looking for a job working at a school or organization that is specifically for Special Ed/ Autism/ SPD children....

I received some great answers to my last question but many of the suggestions were for people looking for jobs in states other than the one I live in... I am hoping there is someone out there who can help!

*I live in Florida (Orlando/Lake Mary area)
*I have my BS, and I am currently working on my Masters in Exceptional Student Education: Varying Exceptionalities (with a certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD))

Thank you, thank you!!

2007-05-02 05:39:51 · 8 answers · asked by allyz007 2

The principal and teacher do not understand deafness and refuse to listen.I've done songs and students love it.

2007-05-02 04:12:24 · 4 answers · asked by doll 1