Has anyone tried these types of cd's for their autistic child?
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Don't use subliminal tapes with a child with autism, until you have checked with that child's teachers and therapists directly.\n\nAutistics are very, very sensitive to sound, and you may be causing more sleep disruption than benefit if you run them.
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http://www.indigochild.com/  hope this helps
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When I worked with an autistic child in college he loved puzzles and drawing.  He was happiest with his puzzles or a sketch book.  It depends on your brother's interests.\nClothes are always nice too  (sweater, jacket, etc.)
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This is a good one and its fun!\n\nhttp://www.childrenssoftwareonline.com/Default.aspx?m=item&pID=218
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Some of the responses on here are nothing but a blatant display of ignorance.\n\nI am dealing with an 11 year old with similar issues and we are having a VERY hard time. It's been this way since he was very small. Early intervention is a good thing.\n\nOne thing I found very helpful when my son was about 8 was the book 1-2-3 Magic. It's a deceptively simple discipline plan and it really worked for a while for us. Not so much these days though. It's definitely worth checking out of the library. I did that and then went and bought myself a copy.
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I am a parent of a child with mild to high functioning autism. I have tried some support groups online and am not happy with them. Feel free to email me anytime at sbirch5@yahoo.com. I know what you are going through. I would love to hear about your child.
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Here are some sites for you to look over:\n\nhttp://www.laureatelearning.com/parents/LLSinfo/newspar/tariqnews.html\n\nhttp://www.linguisystems.com/itemdetail.php?id=483\n\nhttp://autismcoach.com/Software%20Overview.htm\n\nhttp://do2learn.com/aboutus/research/languagegames.htm\n\n\nAs far as getting him to talk to express himself. Always give him two choices. Say the words for each one. Give him the thing he says first.\n\nFor example, if he likes grapes and apples, at lunch time have some grapes, and an apple ready.  Show him both, and say the name for each. Whichever word he says first, give that fruit to him. If he changes his mind, don't give him the other one until he says the name. Pointing to each, say the names until he says what he wants. Him pointing, screaming, or trying to hijack the fruit are not what will get him what he wants... only saying the word. \n\nTry to do this with as many activities as you can... always two choices of things he likes, and he has to say the name of what he wants to get it.\n\nThat's the first step, anyway.
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Hi, I'm a primary school teacher, so when I read your question, I wanted to help you out.\nI found a thread for you- it suggests lots of books and activities recommended by other parents who have autistic children. Hope it helps!
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Since you didn't realize I was being sincere with my answer on David Duke, I want to let you know that I don't joke when it comes to children...so the below is sincere.\n\nEcholalia presents in many types of patients, and for a number of reasons.  However, echolalia in very young children is a natural means of learning speech.  In older children it sometimes presents along with a diagnosis of autism.  Echolalia is at times present with a diagnosis of schizophrenia.\n\nDoes the child simply repeat words or phrases that are spoken to him/her?\n\nDoes he/she present with symptoms of echophraxia? This is imitation of characteristics/movement of another person.  My 4-year-old daughter presents with echophraxia/echolalia, yet as she gets older this is disappearing.  She appears to be a normal child.\n\nI have often thought of autism as being a disorder than can be paliated by therapeutic approaches, however, it appears that in this approach, one treats behaviors as well.  There are several approaches to treating echolalia.  Apparently, therapists believe that echolalia is somehow intrinsically rewarding to the autistic child and don't attempt to mitigate.  However, research has come up with some approaches to treat echolalia.  I provide a link below that looks very interesting.\n\nPallalia is normally a symptom of Parkinson's Disease (PD).  Is there an elderly person staying with you? If so, I'm really sorry.  It can be very hard on your nerves when this symptom is pronounced.  I suppose stutternig could also be part of an autistic's symptoms, but I'm afraid that I can't help with that.  Best Regards.
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I would say I was about  hmmm 5 or six when I started using words and such.  Most aspergers and autistics have trouble using body language and you say your child uses body language.  So far at four I would think he is closer to ADHD than autistic nor aspberger's.  My mother was quite concerned with me and took me to psychiatrists and other specialists on autism.  True the non-speech may point to autism but the body language and the hugs and kisses point strongly away from autism.  I really hope he starts speaking soon.  You wanted my e-mail no problem its canucksfan729@hotmail.com.
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I listen to Dawud Wharnsby Ali but I picked up the CD's at the Atlanta Muslim Day.  My kids like Yusuf Islam(formerly Cat Stevens) They are all English.  but both of these varie, some CDs are clearly for children and some are for adults so it is best to talk to others who have heard them.\nhttp://www.anasheed.com/  looks good and they have free downloads so you can save it on your computer.  It also lists muslic by language so you will know it is in english.
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My 7 yr old is asking for an Ipod Shuffle. \nApparently parents are getting their kids these cause they scratch up CD's.
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Geez I'm trying to remember being 13 or 14, Ha!  When I was that age a nice album was a great gift, so realizing that they are not that readily available or playable I suppose a CD would be nice.  One that would be of a band I like and perhaps makes me think of you when played.
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Yes, I do think there are songs that encourage bad behavior.  You are what you expose yourself to...I don't think parents should allow their kids to own any kind of offensive material...ESPECIALLY music...!?!  Music is memorable...what kind of memories does these kinds of word-pictures instill in impressionable minds?
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I am assuming you are a mom of a child with autism?  Check the links I have given - you should be able to access some of what you are looking for through them.  There are quite a few  sites where you can access the type of pictures you are asking about.  \n\nYour school district may be able to give you access to the PECS software if you have a child with autism.  Most speech language pathologists who work with young children would probably have access to it.  I know that the software is quite specific and quite expensive so it may not be possible to find it on line without paying for it.  I hope this is of some help to you.  Best of luck.
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Hi.  My son is autistic.  He's twelve now, but was diagnosed at age 2 and a half. There are a few steps you can take.  If he was evaluated and diagnosed with autism, you should get a copy of the evaluation, as well as a copy of the official diagnosis.  I don't know when the child you want to assist was diagnosed, or how high functioning he is, but the very first thing you should do is try to get state funding for the various services offered.  You call your local agency necessarry for funding, and get an appt to do the whole application process. Where I live, the place I get funding from is called The Dept of Developmental Disabilities. Once you have funding, you will be assigned a case worker, who will talk to you about what services your child will need, and the best ones available. If you have the money to pay for these services yourself, that's ok, but it gets very expensive. Then go from there.From the way you described this child, I'm guessing you would do well with habilitation.(teaching lots of different things, mainly acedemics, some social behavior. Lots of public schools now have programs desined just for autistic kids. Look into that, because they learn so much in the classroom. For household activities, depending on what you are trying to teach him, I think you, and whoever lives with him, are the ones who need to teach that stuff. You need to be able to read his every thought, and act accordingly. If it's something he doesn't want to learn, he will resist and then he will associate that task with horrible feelings.  Know what he likes for rewards, and use a LOT of encouragement and positive reinforcement.General motor skills will often go for a physical therapist, and maybe an occupational therapist.  (one who specializes in the senses, and eases them into the various degrees of our senses) I know it's a lot to think about, and I'm sorry if I overwhelmed you. Good luck.
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sometimes there are clubs designed specifically for children with special needs...in england we have a theatre group called "SHED" i think which works mainly with special needs children...i duno if you are in england but ifnot you might have something similar in your area...that way you get free time to study and your kid gets to do something they might enjoy.