I recently caught myself demonstrating many of the characteristics of a so-called helicopter parent while spending time with my son, an energetic and assumingly neurotypical four-year-old. I was hovering around him, interrupting his play, and offering unsolicited advice during what was supposed to be his free time. Like so many parents, I hoped creating boundaries […] The post Why Parents Should Embrace Failure to Build Independence appeared first on Autism Parenting Magazine. Get a FREE ...| Autism Parenting Magazine
Emotionally based school absences can be tough on both children and their families. Some kids simply can’t cope with school right now, and even with alternative options, they may still struggle to attend. Parents can help their child get the right support, like one-to-one tutoring or a teaching assistant, through school or the local authority. […] The post Help! My Autistic Child Can’t Go to School appeared first on Autism Parenting Magazine. Get a FREE issue of Autism Parenting Magazin...| Autism Parenting Magazine