Explaining a Diagnosis to Family and Friends
The way you let your family and friends know about a child's diagnosis, whether it be Autism, PDA, ADHD or any kind of neurodiversity (ND), can set the tone for…
Pathological Demand Avoidance Strategies for Keeping Demands Low
“DON”T TELL ME NEED!” T shouted at me in the middle of a recent meltdown. I had just finished saying “You need to stop hitting me”. I know that need…
Find Your Cheerleader
Parenting a special needs child is widely accepted as being more stressful than parenting a neurotypical child. Read more here. Of course every family situation differs and otherfactors can cause…
The Lightbulb Moment
About two and a half years after T's Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis I read endless articles and books. I joined a Facebook group for mothers of autistic children and…