Published on 12, July, 2020
Hello Everyone
I have just joined the community and I hope you are all well today!
I am a dad of 6 between 5-16 years old and we have 2 diagnosed with ASD and 2 currently being assessed. Life is rather stressful at times.
My wife has researched a lot into ASD and is now very knowledgable. I work full time and have found myself falling behind with my knowledge base. This is causing a severe strain on our relationship as we are often on completely different pages when dealing with situations.
I struggle mostly with the behavioural side of things. When you are dealing with a sibling group with ASD its sometimes like a domino effect and before you know it things are very hard to get on an even kiel again.
I am looking to find advice on any courses, online courses or books that can be recommended on how to deal with behaviors so I can help more effectively.
If I can offer anything to the group you are most welcome to ask!
Thanks for reading
Mark
Hi Mark,
If you have 2 children already diagnosed and 2 being assessed then it is highly likely that you and/or your wife are also on the spectrum. Have you considered this already?
Sox
Firstly, welcome to the community!
Have you come across the Earlybird courses www.autism.org.uk/earlybird There are different courses for different aged children.
Also you probably need to understand Positive Reinforcement. Have you come across this term before?
I understand you have an enquiry regarding Behaviour. People on the autism spectrum disorder can often display behaviour that may be challenging. There will generally be a reason for this and it is important to try and understand the trigger for the behaviour when developing strategies.
Please see the following link for further information on behaviour and strategies:
http://www.autism.org.uk/living-with-autism/understanding-behaviour.aspx
You may want to seek professional support regarding the behaviour. You can search for professionals in your area on the Autism Services Directory: www.autism.org.uk/directory.aspx
The following link provides information on getting help from social services:
www.autism.org.uk/.../benefits-and-community-care.aspx (Child England and Wales) (Adult England and Wales)
The National Autistic Society also provides services which may be of help: http://www.autism.org.uk/our-services.aspx
The Autism Helpline can provide information and advice on behaviour and strategies. Please see the following link for further information: http://www.autism.org.uk/our-services/advice-and-information-services/autism-helpline/specialist-services.aspx