what helps you?

Hey everyone,

Being kind of new to this forum I wanted to share my experience with autism. I am not on the spectrum myself, but my little brother is. And i've been working as a facilitator with an autistic boy in the netherlands for four years now.

The method we use with him (11 yrs old) is called 'The Son-Rise Program'. Anyone ever heared of it, or maybe applying it? I love doing Son-Rise with this kid and notice he is improving from non-verbal and under 30 IQ to very verbal and starting to socialize.

What method are you using? How does that work for you?

Love, Freek

How's about an update Freekie?

I am a teenager currently waiting for an Autism assessment. I have learnt though the hard way most of the time. Being scolded etc. Hope therapy can make coping easier... Fingers crossed

When I was little, lights and fishbowls were super important to me. It helped me feel centered and more comfortable in the world I am apart of..lights still play an important role in relaxing me to this day. With being really low with his IQ, it reminds me of of my little brother he was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder too but he is more like a sensory type with touch and feeling, that helps his stuttering and social interaction when I need visuals and quiet. So what I learned is pretty lights and beanbags are a great way to relax us and get us comfortable..easier to learn that way..I'm thinking thats what ur talking...hope I could somehow help. I stink at explaining myself. But I appreciate your work in the special needs dept. It saved me from a lot when I was in school, including bullying.

All autistic people are unique and different. It is best to find a way to cater to individual needs.