Christmas 2010

High Functing Autism

People with high-functioning autism or Asperger's syndrome do not have the delayed language development that's typically found in people with autism. In addition, people with high-functioning autism have average or above average intelligence. However, they may show other behaviors and signs similar to what's seen with other types of autism: delay in motor skills lack of skill in interacting with others little understanding of the abstract uses of language, such as humor or give-and-take in a conversation obsessive interest in specific items or information strong reactions to textures, smells, sounds, sights, or other stimuli that others might not even notice, such as a flickering light Unlike people with other forms of autism, people with high-functioning autism or Asperger's syndrome want to be involved with others. They simply don't know how to go about it. They may not be able to understand others' emotions. They may not read facial expressions or body language well. As a result, they may be teased and often feel like social outcasts. The unwanted social isolation can lead to anxiety and depression.

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Friday, January 14, 2011

Eyes


Everyday after school I ask the boys what they did do that day, who did they play with? what was different? what therapy did you get to do today? Carter told me he went to speech therapy today and they talked about eyes. "Eyes?"I said What did he learn about eyes?
Carter said "some people don't look into the eyes, they stare at the ceiling or the floor. I'm not very good at looking into eyes but I tried all day. See me looking at your eyes mom."
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