She has to go potty every few mins and sometimes she doesnt even go. Im worried she might be hurting herself and I need help or advices.
2007-07-08 10:28:32 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Something that hasn't been mentioned and I'm not sure if it's relevant for you, but she could be going to the bathroom a lot because of reward. If you are potty training I assume she is getting rewarded for going potty. She may have learned that if "I go potty I can get a prize or special attention from mommy." If this is the case...do NOT stop rewarding her for going potty! But I would suggest making a huge deal when she does go potty when she says she has to, and when she doesn't go (when she says she has to) don't make a big deal of it. Maybe don't say anything to her, just walk out of the bathroom...don't give her any attention. Remember, negative attention IS attention. So if you're making a big deal about her not going when she says she has to, she may be loving the attention she's getting....even if it is negative.
So, up the reward for going when she says she has to. Sing a song, do a dance...do something really really fun! When she doesn't go...just walk away, don't give her attention.
Edit: But I don't think that (from the info you've provided) she has autism.
2007-07-09 15:40:48 · answer #1 · answered by Jubee 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure she is showing signs of Autism or could it be something else? I work with the mentally handicapped and Autistic population and believe me, Autism is not easy to diagnose. However, "going to potty" every few minutes is NOT a symptom of Autism. That sounds like a bladder/urinary tract infection.
Take her to the doctor. Take care of the "potty" problem then get her to a reputable psychiatrist to be certain of the Autism. There are hundreds of web sites on Autism. Just search the web for more info.
If your child is Autistic she may be eligible for waiver services if you live in the US. Check with your Department of Mental Retardation Services. Good luck!
2007-07-08 17:40:55 · answer #2 · answered by isc_cooper 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I disagree with the answer that "autism is associated with slow potty use". I have a child with Asperger's Syndrome (mild autism). Because autism is a SPECTRUM disorder, there is a wide degree of when a child on the spectrum can be potty-trained. My child trained very early on. HOWEVER, 99.9% of the child with autism have comorbid conditions, such as ADD and SPD (sensory processing deficit). The SPD pretty much suggests that your child senses things differently than their neurotypical counterparts. Things seem too loud, too bright, too cold, etc. So the sensation of feeling like she has to go, probably is secondary to the SPD. SPD can be diagnosed by a trained, certified OT (occupational therapist), and so I would suggest to find one. They would be able to help you with potty-training issues. Good luck! Email me back if you'd like further information!
2007-07-11 13:54:31 · answer #3 · answered by Jenn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Autism is usually associated with slow progress in potty use.
I have a son on the autistic spectrum. dont panic!!!
There are lots of other reasons she may be doing it. She may have an infection. she may just like sitting on the potty. Is she constipated?
Talk to doctor.
2007-07-08 17:35:33 · answer #4 · answered by philip_jones2003 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your doctor--that's the best advice I can give.
Autism is real, but far too many parents look at symptoms and freak out early. Talk to her doctor and don't worry.
Without knowing how old she is, I would think that he bathroom trips are more to help empty her bladder, even if she doesn't go. She probably has learned that her Mommy and/or Daddy get mad at her when she goes potty in her pants, and she doesn't want to do that again.
2007-07-08 17:30:29 · answer #5 · answered by FaZizzle 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My son was diagnosed with Autism, he frequently uses the bathroom, I have been told it is something to expect. You really should see a DAN! doctor, that is what I am currently doing. Where are you located? I can help you find some info out, I have had a lot of people helping me find the right things and right people to see, so if I could do the same for you let me know.
Samantha
2007-07-10 11:39:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Have her evaluated physically and psychologically, she may have a urinary infection and check out about the autism.
2007-07-08 17:35:51 · answer #7 · answered by fran j 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like ibs which symptoms can be confused with autism. time for a check up.
2007-07-08 19:07:27 · answer #8 · answered by Stephanie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋