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Autism & Asperger's Syndrome (Expert Forum)
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Answered by
Myrna Libby, Ph.D., BCBA - Developmental Disabi, autism
The New England Center for Children
Southborough - MA
Questions in the Autism & Asperger's Syndrome forum are answered by researchers at the New England Center for Children. Topics covered include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Antisocial Personality Disorder, Asperger Syndrome, Autism, blindness, bullying, clinical depression, deafness, dyslexia, mental retardation, and social alienation.
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by ronald98, Dec 09, 2007 09:08AM
my 11 yr old boy has had heart problems since he was 3 days old ,and has been diagnosed with autism,since he has been about 6 yrs old . two weeks ago he has had a huge change in his behavior ,talks about death a lot more often and does nt sleep well at night .he has begun to argue all the time .the school p.e. teacher put a cheerleaders top on him to joke with him at class and i think this might have triggerd the anger .please help ron
Doctor's Answer
by Myrna Libby, Ph.D., BCBA, Dec 18, 2007 10:27AM
, Dec 18, 2007 10:27AM
To: ronald98
First of all I would check with the school system to see why a teacher thought that was funny. Is there a guidance counselor at your school? If so, I would check in with them to see if they can recommend treatment/therapy. I assume you have a developmental pediatrician since you have a diagnosis of autism; I would be in contact with that person to see your son again and evaluate if he needs to be seen by someone to provide counseling or someone to provide behavior therapy. In other words given the diagnosis and clear social problems I would not hesitate to get professional help.
Member Comments (3)
by angelinamarina, Dec 12, 2007 11:55AM
Take him to a child psychiatrist and have him checked out...he could be bi-polar, or just going through a rough phase. Definitely do something.
by Danalou275, Dec 13, 2007 08:21PM
What kind of jerk teacher would do that to a kid who probably has some social issues to begin with. I'd check out who is involved in your child's world at school. It sounds like there may be some bullying issues at school too maybe?
