At one of our last Parent Support Groups, we were talking about meltdowns and children and this question came up. What is your experience of meltdowns and what do children on the spectrum say when they are having one? ... See MoreSee Less
As a full grown, elderly adult, I still have meltdowns. We have meltdowns because we are overwhelmed. They may seem to come out of the blue but in reality, they are due to a build up of emotions. As a child I was even more overwhelmed which resulted in shutdowns as well as meltdowns. Sometimes I couldn't speak at all (situational mutism which I still have) and the adults thought I was just very shy or in a mood đ
Back to meltdowns......children say things in anger and frustration because they need help but nobody understands.
It took me a lifetime to work all this out.....I struggled until I was diagnosed at age 67. By conversing with other adult autistics, I was finally able to understand. I have much fewer now and also can tell when one is coming on. My family have been very understanding and supportive, thankfully.
Almost every day sadly. Gets into so much trouble at school when it’s aimed at his TA
When are the parent support groups
Yes ,quite a lot
When is the next parent group at Stretford? Is it this Monday does anybody know? Thanks
We've heard a lot of opinions regarding 6-week holidays, ranging from "good time to spend with the kids" to "close to having a breakdown". What do you think? Is the 6-week holidays too long? ... See MoreSee Less
No ! My daughter loves the holidays it’s school that stresses her to the max,
As all children, regardless of their neurotype, are individuals, it obviously depends on the child. This question makes it sound like all autistics are the same đ
I-Am holiday days certainly help us manage. It’s the only thing A will go to so can’t thank you guys enough.
It would be good to break it up more so they have more reset time in between
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism can look a lot like each other. Children with either condition can have problems focusing. They can be impulsive or have a hard time communicating. They may have trouble with schoolwork and with relationships.
Autism spectrum conditions are a series of related developmental disorders that can affect language skills, behavior, socializing, and the ability to learn. ADHD is a common condition that can impact how well you concentrate, stay still, or think before you act.
According to Autistica around 3 in 10 autistic adults have ADHD and around 28 % of autistic children also have ADHD.
Kirsty Craib believes she has ADHD and has spent the last eight years trying to get assessed, without success. Does her story sound familiar?
Do you have ADHD and autism, what was your assessment experience like?
At one of our last Parent Support Groups, we were talking about meltdowns and children and this question came up. What is your experience of meltdowns and what do children on the spectrum say when they are having one? ... See MoreSee Less
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As a full grown, elderly adult, I still have meltdowns. We have meltdowns because we are overwhelmed. They may seem to come out of the blue but in reality, they are due to a build up of emotions. As a child I was even more overwhelmed which resulted in shutdowns as well as meltdowns. Sometimes I couldn't speak at all (situational mutism which I still have) and the adults thought I was just very shy or in a mood đ Back to meltdowns......children say things in anger and frustration because they need help but nobody understands. It took me a lifetime to work all this out.....I struggled until I was diagnosed at age 67. By conversing with other adult autistics, I was finally able to understand. I have much fewer now and also can tell when one is coming on. My family have been very understanding and supportive, thankfully.
Almost every day sadly. Gets into so much trouble at school when it’s aimed at his TA
When are the parent support groups
Yes ,quite a lot
When is the next parent group at Stretford? Is it this Monday does anybody know? Thanks
Yes, everyday.
All the time.
Yes
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We've heard a lot of opinions regarding 6-week holidays, ranging from "good time to spend with the kids" to "close to having a breakdown". What do you think? Is the 6-week holidays too long? ... See MoreSee Less
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No ! My daughter loves the holidays it’s school that stresses her to the max,
As all children, regardless of their neurotype, are individuals, it obviously depends on the child. This question makes it sound like all autistics are the same đ
I-Am holiday days certainly help us manage. It’s the only thing A will go to so can’t thank you guys enough.
It would be good to break it up more so they have more reset time in between
Ends up being 8 weeks as my son cant re adjust
Should be 2 Weeks
Yes
No! Not long enough!
Should be broken up throughout the year instead
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism can look a lot like each other. Children with either condition can have problems focusing. They can be impulsive or have a hard time communicating. They may have trouble with schoolwork and with relationships.
Autism spectrum conditions are a series of related developmental disorders that can affect language skills, behavior, socializing, and the ability to learn. ADHD is a common condition that can impact how well you concentrate, stay still, or think before you act.
According to Autistica around 3 in 10 autistic adults have ADHD and around 28 % of autistic children also have ADHD.
Kirsty Craib believes she has ADHD and has spent the last eight years trying to get assessed, without success. Does her story sound familiar?
Do you have ADHD and autism, what was your assessment experience like?
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Disclosure - Shorts: Do I have ADHD?
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