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Autism has long been misunderstood, especially by those who have no experience with it. Even families who have a child with autism can have a difficult time dealing with the disorder and trying to figure out the best way to handle situations that arise when dealing with the symptoms of autism.
When a child has autism it can be very difficult for them to communicate. Sometimes they will yell or make loud noises trying to communicate, but others who are not familiar with autism misunderstand.
In fact, recently misconceptions were blown so out of proportion that a radio show host started some major problems and misunderstandings by stating something to the effect that autism was not a…
Click Here to Read the Rest of this Article!Marital Strains and Autism
When discussing autism we usually deal with children with autism, causes, symptoms, treatments and other issues that surround the child. Sometimes we talk about the family. What we don’t talk about much is what happens to parents of a child with autism. Dealing with the issues that arise on a daily basis with a child who has autism can be difficult, at best, and completely overwhelming toward the other end of the spectrum. Statistics show that 80% of couples who have children with autism eventually end up getting divorced.
Among the other 20%, there are many who say that caring for a child with autism has brought them closer together and made their marriage stronger.
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How can I get family members involved with my child with autism?
Family is vitally important to the life of any child in any family. Whether your “family” is considered only those in your immediate company or extended family with aunts, uncles and cousins, etc, your family can have a profound influence on your life. However, deciding just how much influence your family can have on you or your child is a balancing act unlike any high wire act you’ve ever seen.
Dealing with other family members can be a very difficult issue for parents or caregivers of children with autism. Here are some of the frustrations we hear frequently from families:
- My mother-n-law says, “I just need to be more consistent!”
- My father…
Planning For Your Child’s Future
August 13, 2008 by Staff Writer
Filed under Family
Recent research reveals that about every 20 minutes a child is diagnosed with autism. This is a startling and astounding number. This also means that parents need careful planning regarding their children’s needs now and in the future.
There are some realities that parents of children with autism have to deal with on a very regular basis. For one thing, there is the issue of having to pay for medical treatment that is not covered by insurance. This can turn out to be quite costly, though there is hope that more and more newfound awareness in the medical and insurance fields.
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