Parenting Special Needs

Recent Answers

2013-05-25 Autism - toddler signs:

Hi Magicmum,    I'm glad to hear that your little boy is starting speech therapy, the earlier the better!  I have to agree with the suggestion of your speech therapist that an Early Intervention evaluation

2013-05-22 Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) - Adhd meds side affects:

Children on stimulants may well have a reduced appetite but in the long run they will not suffer any harm whatsoever.Their appetite will eventually return.   AS far as the 54mg Concerta there is absolutely

2013-05-19 Autism - Granddaughter with ASD and sensory issues:

Oh, Tricia. What a worry this must be for all of you.    I've read what you wrote three times and the most troublesome part of it is the regression you describe. The diagnoses of autism, ADHD, OCD and

2013-05-13 Autism - Worried about ASD:

Hi Christina,    At your son's age, I would say it is perfectly normal to want to play alone sometimes.  This is called solitary play.  The next stage of play would be onlooker play; onlooker play describes

2013-05-12 Epilepsy - epilepsy in babies, coming off meds:

Rachel,  First let me say that I understand your helplessness and frustration.  It appears that you are not getting your questions answered from your child's physician.  Being here and not seeing your