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Bullying is a BIG Deal – Part 3

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Part 1 and Part 2 of this series have received a great deal of feedback and we are grateful to our readers for taking the time to share comments, thoughts and concerns. Bullying most certainly affects most, if not all, of our families and it truly “takes a village” to keep our kids safe. While my initial three-part interview with Dr. Elliott finishes below, one of our readers made an excellent point after reading Part 1 (see comment “Adults Bullying Kids”) that we plan to address this week. AutismSpot Featured Blogger Craig Gibson has graciously agreed to prepare a post addressing this topic (watch for it on Tuesday); I value the unique perspective Craig brings to the topic as an educator, the parent of a child with special needs and as an individual who was bullied as a child. Dr. Elliott is also preparing some comments about adults as bullies (watch for those on Thursday). Until then, let us know what you think about the information below!
LAW: Please share some suggestions of what parents should do when they determine that their child is being bullied. Conversely, what should parents NOT do when they realize their child is being bullied?
Dr. Elliott: Parents should encourage their child to share their feelings. And it is ok to directly ask your child if they feel they are being bullied. It is important to listen and then validate your child’s feelings. Do not rationalize or minimize the bully’s behavior.


Eating for Autism – Elizabeth Strickland

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In my last post, I shared suggestions from Chapter 1 of Elizabeth Strickland’s book Eating for Autism about how to transition to a more healthy diet; with an acute focus on what must go. With this post, I want to share a little more from the book because it is overflowing with information that could be useful to anyone raising a child with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Elizabeth goes into great detail about how to make sure our kids get enough basic nutrients (think protein, carbohydrates, fat, fiber, micronutrients, vitamins, minerals and water). She describes how to assess each of these nutrients and make sure that you’re feeding your child the right foods and combinations of foods.


Uncovering Asperger’s 10: Employment

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, 10: Employment, Bethany describes the requirements that she has to get and keep a job. She also points out the best way for employers to give her work instructions.

Uncovering Asperger’s 9: Dating

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, 9: Dating, Bethany tells about issues she had with dating and how individuals with her disability can be more susceptible to having problems in this area.

Uncovering Asperger’s 8: School

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, 8: School, Bethany describes the problems she had in school with bullies, discipline issues, and problems fitting in.

Uncovering Asperger’s 7: Friends

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 7: Friends, Bethany talks about trying to make and keep friends.

Uncovering Asperger’s 6: Depression

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 6: Depression, Bethany explains how stress, brought on by abrupt change, frustration, or guilt, can lead her to depression.

Uncovering Asperger’s 5: Advice to Teachers and Parents

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 5: Advice to Teachers (and Parents), Bethany gives advice to teachers and parents on how to interact with individuals with learning differences like hers.

Uncovering Asperger’s 4: Conversation Skills

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger’s 4: Conversation Skills, Bethany talks about difficulties she has with conversation, such as fixating on objects of her obsession (horses), missing body language, and problems finding common ground on which to communicate.

Uncovering Asperger's 3: Treatment by Others

Cristina Busu sits with Bethany, a young woman of 21 who was finally diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome only three years prior. Bethany shares her story in this ten part series that describes what it’s like growing up with an undiagnosed learning difference. In this segment, Uncovering Asperger's 3: Treatment by Others, Bethany explains how she is typically treated by others, offers an insight into how that made her feel, and gives advice about how people should interact with her.

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