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Originally Posted by Lemoncake
It seems like the main issue is underlying feelings of powerlessness and anxiety surfacing because of these various stressors.
Your reaction to the mould, might also be connected to a need for safety and security.
Is your daughter aware of the mould issue- is it disturbing her routine? Is there anything else that be triggering her behaviour? There is a link between autism and season changes because of hypersensitivity for some children.
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That's a good point about the feeling of powerlessness, Lemon. I think that's a big part of it. And maybe also the safety and security--like I don't feel safe in my own home in some ways, when it's supposed to be a sanctuary of sorts.
Hm, plus knowing that Dr. T is moving his office in June, so I'll lose that place of safety/security and have to learn to feel safe in a new one (which we discussed again briefly Thursday).
I'm not sure she's aware of the mold issue. But she does have seasonal allergies that are acting up, so we've been giving her Zyrtec (allergy med--might have different name in the UK) most days. So that could be related.
Her birthday party was a bit rough today, too, for assorted reasons. Like she spent some of it pretty upset. Or just playing with stuff on mine or H's phone and not wanting to interact with anyone.
I also wonder about hormones playing a role...