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Autism is classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder which manifests itself in markedly abnormal social interaction, communication ability, patterns of interests, and patterns of behavior. Although the specific etiology of autism is unknown, many researchers suspect that autism results from genetically mediated vulnerabilities to environmental triggers.

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Help,how do I handle him I feel So Lost.......

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My son has texture and behaviour Autism and learning problems.He also has a VP Shunt from birth in is brain so that has caused brain damage.I must say I love the way he just comes up to you and gives you a cuddle for no reason but I hate it when he has his spats outburts that he won't let me cuddle him to comfort him and I get so Upset and have to wait for him to get it all out before he settles down which can go on for hours and I am so upset that I can't comfort him.I just feel so lost and what's worse is I'm doig this by myself and have 4other kids 2 with needs so I makes it very difficult.
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Now my son and daughter are not quit that bad but when he would go into his fits of rage whatever you want too call them. For him I put a weighted vest on and it seemed to calm him down faster you can get them reasonable on ebay or make one if you now someone who sews. They also make weighted belts if you don't want to bring attension to him wearing it out in public.
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its ok if he doesnt want a hug when he is having a meltdown. ya know when you get real mad and font want to talk or be touched? I think it is the same,
It will help him learn how to calm by himself. and he will learn how to self sooth. offer with no words a warm blanket or something comforting as that.
thats what helps my kiddo anyways.
i know it is hard to watch our kids have meltdowns esp if there is self harm involved. banging head etc.
keep him safe, and let him have his meltdown.
do you know the reasons for his meltdowns?
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