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How should I explain my son's autism to his 3-5 year old friends?

Kina

Hello

I took my 4 year old son with autism to an NT birthday party today, and it was clear to me that the kids did not understand his behaviour (i.e. not conforming and problems transitioning). Some laughed at him and some were nasty.  Does anybody know of a youtube video or short animated story teaching young NT kids about autism?  I believe the kids and parents could benefit from some information. I'd be so grateful for some recommendations.

Thanks

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  • Kina said:

    Hello

    I took my 4 year old son with autism to an NT birthday party today, and it was clear to me that the kids did not understand his behaviour (i.e. not conforming and problems transitioning). Some laughed at him and some were nasty.  Does anybody know of a youtube video or short animated story teaching young NT kids about autism?  I believe the kids and parents could benefit from some information. I'd be so grateful for some recommendations.

    Thanks

    round peg in square hole scenerio,, why exposed your child to harm ... ? the problem is yours,, forget about teaching the NT world,, I PERSONALLY  believe you should not have taken your son to the birthday party, I think it is you that needs taught on Autism for your sons sake.

    Sorry to be so direct,, but I spend my life with parents who just pushed me into NT circles. Your son HAS SPECIAL NEEDS FOR HIS NEUROLOGICAL CONDITION, not an exposure to a loud party.

    What did you expect was going to happen there ? Your child is probably about 2 years old in real terms,, not 4, remember that.

    [Edit by Alex R - mod]

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  • Kina said:

    Hello

    I took my 4 year old son with autism to an NT birthday party today, and it was clear to me that the kids did not understand his behaviour (i.e. not conforming and problems transitioning). Some laughed at him and some were nasty.  Does anybody know of a youtube video or short animated story teaching young NT kids about autism?  I believe the kids and parents could benefit from some information. I'd be so grateful for some recommendations.

    Thanks

    round peg in square hole scenerio,, why exposed your child to harm ... ? the problem is yours,, forget about teaching the NT world,, I PERSONALLY  believe you should not have taken your son to the birthday party, I think it is you that needs taught on Autism for your sons sake.

    Sorry to be so direct,, but I spend my life with parents who just pushed me into NT circles. Your son HAS SPECIAL NEEDS FOR HIS NEUROLOGICAL CONDITION, not an exposure to a loud party.

    What did you expect was going to happen there ? Your child is probably about 2 years old in real terms,, not 4, remember that.

    [Edit by Alex R - mod]

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