whats the best way to encourage your one year old to talk, when he just won't?
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Lots of one year olds aren't talking yet, so don't get too worried.  Set up situations where he has to talk to get the reward - for example he doesn't get the juice until he says "juice".  And don't give him too much pressure - he will talk when he needs to - possibly he gets everything he wants now without having to talk??
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There are different computer programs.  Some capture every keystroke and will print out a log of all communications.  I agree that you need to communicate with your daughter.  I wouldn't say you are a horrible person, or a bad parent, but talking might help the situation.  I understand that there are some kids, that are so stubborn and head strong that they must make mistakes before they will listen.  Those mistakes can potentially be fatal.  Talking is the first step, but if that doesn't get through and you are genuinely worried about what she is doing and feel she is putting herself in danger, it seems like the responsible thing to do is first put the computer in an open space like a living room, and if that doesn't work, look into the programs.
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Short sessions - 5 minutes & walk away for 5 - 10 minutes.\nPatience.\nRepetative lessons.\nVisual aides - counting? lay out money on table to work with.\nMake sure he/she repeats back what you've said.\nMake eye contact.\nRemove distractions - pets, other kids, noise.\nNever show your frustration! This only tells the child he's a pain & not worthy of help.\nNo yelling or raising your voice. This cuts an ADD kid deeper than you'll ever know & sticks w/ them a long time!\nWhen you've finished a chapter, go back & do a quick refresher the next week. Just to cement the lesson.\nRemember, ADD kids have approximately a 5 minute attention span, so technically they only retain 40% of what you teach. If you think that's frustrating for you, think about how they feel!
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How old is your child???\n\nI recommend something that will enhance their creativity, I've seen toys like that but I don't know what they're called. Try getting your child to paint or draw, you don't really need expensive toys to enhance his/her intelligence.\n\nYes! reading works! It would be great if your child was around 1 or 2 years old, coz they absorb everything! \n\nI remember as a child being read to, so as I grew up I read more and more, and became faster at it and became good in english.\n\nDon't let your child stay in front of the TV for a long time ^___^
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get them to create something. Drawings, building blocks, games that excite or test their ability to remember, painting, crafts. You can try making them discuss issues. You will be surprised what comes out. If you are facing hyperactive children know that their attention span is very short so a variety of quick games may help. TV is your last resort. They would likely not enjoy the same program anyway. Good luck.
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From one special needs mom to another....you don't\nYou didn't mention what types of issues your child has  or your child's age but for most special needs children mouthing is a sensory issue ie they do it because it is soothing or helps them focus. Have a set of things that are okay to mouth and if they are mouthing something else give them one of the okay items. Since this may be a comfort issue for your child try not to make a big deal out of it as anxiety will increase the behavior my son finally stopped when he was about 4. If this is a major concern for you talk to a occupational therapist that specializes in working with sensory issues they will have lots of good ideas \nGood Luck\n\nBTW in most states it is considered child abuse to put pepper sauce on anything and give it to a child to break behaviors so please be aware if you choose to try something like this
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From my one year old:\naahh gaa gooba moo ba gooba
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Just keep talking to her. a child at that age should be starting to form short sentences. but just keep talking and showing her what things mean. children learn by things being repeated over and over again. when you say a word, like ball, show her what a ball is. just repeat this with everything. when she points to something that she wants and doesn't know how to say what it is, then tell her what it is, and she'll eventually learn. just talk to her about everything you do and say. just help her to understand the meaning of words and what things are and she'll be more compelled to communicate.
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I was hoping you could provide a little more inormation as to what you are looking for.  If you are talking about time limits at mealtimes, I may have some good suggestions.  \n\nTransitions are hard for a lot of kiddos with Autism.  Warnings, and slow transitions, can work well.  An auditory cue (timer with a bell could also work).  Set the timer, and when it rings the first time, let the child know there are 5 more minutes, then reset it.  Be consistent...when that bell rings the 2nd time...it's over.\n\nI am not sure if this is what you were asking.  Please post some more info.  That would be helpful.  Best of luck!
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Postive reinforcement. Proven to work. Takes time to get used to. Whenever he exhibits calm behavior, praise him. Give him a reward, attention, whatever works for your situation. When he displays aggresive behavior, ignore. No attention, no reward. (He may be doing this for attention?)\n\nConsistency is key and all family members should participate.
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I have a 6 year old boy. you are not alone. Kids are smart and they quickly learn how to get their way if the parents allow.  Try to sit down just you and him, in a place where there is nothing to distract him, and talk to him.  Don't stand over him since kids find that intimidating but look at him at eye level.  Let him know how much you enjoy doing things with him but there is a time and place for everything.  Kids need boundaries, and the crying is most likely a way of him getting what he wants. When it comes to behavior don't bribe him, but reward him.  When he cries, I know it's hard, but LET HIM CRY.  Say he doesn't cry for a while or doesn't start a tantrum, tell him how well behaved he is, and give him a little treat, cookie, stickers, extra 15 minutes watching tv. It is important to be positive towards a child. Kids are always looking for approval specially from parents and believe me you will see little changes. Remember you are the parent not his friend.  he has to respect you and the fact that you are the adult.\nAs to the anti-social, try to bring him around other kids more often like the playground, or mcdonnalds playcenter, places like that.  Even if he doesn't go off and play with them, he will watch and see how much the others are having fun, and soon enough he will want to play too.
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If she is hitting you, very gently take her hands and hold them at her sides while telling her that hitting is not appropriate and that she should use her words.  If she refuses to do something you need her to do, pick her up and bring her to where she needs to be.  In the future, when she won't do something, ask her if she can do it on her own or if she needs help.  Most kids like to do things on their own and don't like to be picked up and made to do something in front of other kids.  Keep your voice cheerful and matter of fact (don't yell) and get down to her level when you talk to her.  If she chooses to do something on her own, give her a lot of praise.  I worked in preschools for over 3 years and found this to be very effective.
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i should not say this but this the only way. say your child that he is not your son . then see his mood . he will be cryying. then also dont care about . say to him that if he will say to his friend or any one about it you will leave him in lulu center and come . then after 4 days see his mood he will be in upset that day night you say him that he is your own son . then he will slepp happily .then say him that never be naughty and listen to  her .ok
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I find that depriving the toddler of something they love to do works.  Also, if he or she throws tantrums ignore them whilst you engage yourself in something really interesting that will grab thier attention.  Divert his attention to something else.  When he/she has calmed down give them a quiet talk about good and bad ways of doing things, and explain why you are upset with him/her.  Kids are clever and can be manipulative just like adults.  Good luck loving your toddler!
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The above respondant has great ideans.\nBe at the child's eye level when giving directions or just talking with child.  Put away things that you would have to say "no " about.  Have great manipulative materials:  cool toys, of course--but also play doh, crayons, markers, finger paints. . . not all at once! but available.  Toys to stack like blocks.  Little kids need to be shown how to do it.  Sit on the floor and show them, play with them.  Not just blocks, anything.\n\nPut a sheet over a table and play tent , and take a flashlight in there!  Give them cups and empty bottles (plastic) and a colander (strainer) in the bathtub.  Put food coloring, just a few drops, in the bathwater.\nLet them help cook, measure; talk about what you're making. . . grow something, in a pot or in the yard. . . \ntake care of pets together; go on walks, and read read read.\nLimit tv and video games, and let whatever they watch be age appropriate. . . have fun. think about what's fun and do it with them.  Dance crazy, sleep in the backyard together, buy a sandbox, or put some sand in a little rubbermaid container and play with in on the front porch. Answer questions when your kids ask, about rainbows or God or where babies come from. . . remember what it felt like to be a child. . .
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it takes some work, but its worth it. I explain to the kids that he was born different, and its hard for him to have a conversation, but he loves to play just like them. I keep my eye on the situation so if he or the other kids are getting frustrated I can step in and smooth things out. I have found that its better to let him play with kids just a little younger than him , they are usually closer to the same level. It helps to have them play with multiple use toys, like blocks, sandboxes, cars etc, rather than toys with specific uses that autistic kids may not want to do. Find a parent who is understanding too, kids pick up their attitudes to those different from themselves from their parents. IF you can find a support group you may find families with sibling without autism, and they will be used to socializing with autistic kids. Good luck.
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Some effective ways to get a child to behave is ether to put them in time out, don't let him/her play with the other kids for a period of time(same as time out i know),have a good behavior chart to put stickers on only if they're good and if they get a certain # of stickers they get a prize out of the prize box ooooohhhhhhh......,or talk to the childs parents about the problem.