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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Will it ever end??? Juvenile Diabetes |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 31 May 2007, 10:28 am
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Replies: 10
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| Glad to hear her sugars are coming down. I think insulin reactions are extremely scary. Even after 35 years they scare me, something you never get over. Also with her being so small and new to diabetes she is probably not able yet to tell you that she is running low. Every diabetic is different. My ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Oh God, the restaurants ! !! ! |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 29 May 2007, 12:03 am
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Replies: 25
Views: 3,014
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| I am the owner of a small ice-cream parlor. I'm also new to the understanding of aspergers and autism. About 2 years ago I had a parent come in with two small boys - one about 3 years old and the other around 5. The 5 year old appeared to be out of control. Mom picked him up, grabbed the 3 year old ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Will it ever end??? Juvenile Diabetes |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 28 May 2007, 11:03 am
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Replies: 10
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| I am sorry to hear of your new situation. I have lived with a juvenile diabetic for 35 years. In your last message you mentioned an older son. Yes, get him involved in helping you with your diabetic daughter. It is so important that he understands the warning signs of an insulin reaction. When my so... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Need insight from anyone on the spectrum (I'm a parent) |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 17 May 2007, 11:18 am
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Replies: 27
Views: 2,434
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| Parents have so many fears about raising their children. I know I'm there. The most important thing I have found is to keep the communication open with your child. Be prepared to listen, don't judge, be prepared to correct in a constructive way, one that they will accept. Coach them constantly. My h... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Why is it difficult to say your sorry? |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 15 May 2007, 1:05 pm
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Replies: 33
Views: 5,152
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| Here is what the majority of you are saying. Stop looking at everything as and AS thing. Seperate what might be "normal" behavior. I'm going to help by understanding this as a normal behavior and work on turning this apology which is needed into a feel good thing. |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Why is it difficult to say your sorry? |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 14 May 2007, 10:32 am
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Replies: 33
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| Why is it difficult to say your sorry? How come it's so hard to admit you were wrong? Is it because an Aspie person is afraid of the emotions an apology will cause to another? Is it because it is viewed as confrontational. I feel better after I apologize because I can then move on, but that's me. An... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: lonely lad |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 10 May 2007, 12:18 pm
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Replies: 15
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| It sounds like you are writing a chapter in my book. Here's what I found gives me a little joy when my son is behaving like that. I find a task for him (doesn't matter how minimal) that he can accomplish and feel good about. Then I allow him to brag about it and I listen carefully. An example....He ... |
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Forum: Love and Dating Topic: help me!! ! |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 06 May 2007, 1:09 pm
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,196
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| Do you have anyone else who could make the initial contact with her, to let her know you are interested in getting to know her. |
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Forum: Social Skills and Making Friends Topic: My Social Life SUCKS |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 06 May 2007, 10:46 am
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Replies: 29
Views: 3,278
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| Although finding someone to be with is so important for you. They are out there, this forum proves it. Celebrate your accomplishments, recognize your difficulties and take some time everyday to accomplish something new, no matter how small the acheivement is it's the step forward you need. Accept yo... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: What is it like to be a Parent of an Aspie? |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 05 May 2007, 3:16 pm
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Replies: 146
Views: 36,579
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| Wow, is it easier to ask this on this forum than in direct verbal communications. I'm surprised that you asked, so here's my answer. It's exhausting....I'm currently going through a situation with my 24 year old son. He's shut down on me and not listening and I'm wearing myself out trying to figure ... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: I'm thinking my son as Aspergers |
| motherofalien |
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Posted: 05 May 2007, 10:21 am
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Replies: 2
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| I had to talk to my son about an inappropriate comment he made to a young girl. Prior to talking to him I sought help from a therapist. I described my son to her and this was the first time that any ever mentioned that he might have Aspergers. He is highly functional, but he is emotionally immature.... |
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