To all the parents who deal with autistic children - Help?

Question

My son is ten years old and has Aspergers Syndrome. He goes to a school for autistic children, all ranges. He has started to repeat words under his breath after he speaks. This is a new habit. How do I get him to stop? Is this a bad habit he could've picked up because of the more sever cases around him? Also (this is my son's second year) he has decided that his teacher is picking on him. In reality she is trying to "push" him to his full potential. He would be in fifth grade in a traditional school, but he's so behind(because of poor schooling at prior traditional school) he's only at third grade level. He wants to be at fifth grade level, but he is refusing to put in the effort and recognise that the work is going to get harder. How can I help encourage him to reach this goal, even though he's resistant - but it's what he wants?

Answer 1

I have a 9 year old with aspergers and i feel for you, I had this issue with my daughter she would always say she was trying her best when she was putting forth very little effort. this year though she did a complete turn around, i think its her teacher and the repeating things under his breath could be a cooping thing because of the pressure. i know i wasn't much help, but if you need a support group you should make yourself a myspace and search for groups

http://groups.myspace.com/ilovesomeonewithautism

http://groups.myspace.com/AutismAwareness

these are 2 groups i'm in they help, and you realize your not the only one going through the same issues good luck

i wish you the best

Answer 2

I feel for you, I teach pre-school and I can't tell you the number of children we have recommended be tested for one thing or another.. I'm happy to hear you as a parent has acknowledged your son has a special need, we see to many parents in denial about their children and for them to get the help thats needed would be an admission that there is something wrong. Children his age without an affliction are hard enough to get to do what we want them to do let alone one with a stubborn mind set. Please do not take your child from a school that is equipped and qualified to deal with Autistic/Aspergers children. They will be able to teach him in a manner that will carry him through his adult years. My very best to you, you have such a full plate.

Answer 3

girl i feel ur pain, my son is 4 w autism, my daughter is 2w pdd-nos, its so hard to keep up with everything. i love them and i can tell a difference since ive changed certain foods,drinks and our schedule. i just found out at the end of last year about my son, and the middle of this year about my daughter so i understand how hard it is. IM me sometime or anyone with an autistic or any disorder and lets trade helping tips. im just glad my kids are so loving, i dont know what id do with out their hugs and kisses.