All About Autism

[alphatoomega]

slmkhoo:

tyeogh:

I learnt a lesson. Do not belittle our aspie children. Just let go.

I've learnt that too. It may take a bit more prep (that's what I find comparing my kids), and can be a lot more nerve-wracking, but they can usually do it. They may get messed up more often, or take longer to figure things out, but they can generally manage if we let them.

Indeed, most of the times, it is us, as parents and adults, that box and limit the potential of a child because of our misconceptions and mindsets. Expand our minds and watch them fly.

[sharonkhoo]

alphatoomega:

slmkhoo:

[quote=\"tyeogh\"]I learnt a lesson. Do not belittle our aspie children. Just let go.

I've learnt that too. It may take a bit more prep (that's what I find comparing my kids), and can be a lot more nerve-wracking, but they can usually do it. They may get messed up more often, or take longer to figure things out, but they can generally manage if we let them.

Indeed, most of the times, it is us, as parents and adults, that box and limit the potential of a child because of our misconceptions and mindsets. Expand our minds and watch them fly.[/quote]On the other hand, there's a fine line to tread. If we let them go too soon or without sufficient prep and safeguards, they are likely to crash and burn.

[tyeogh]

Let them crash and burn. Watch closely from behind. Intervene if they really can’t get up. It’s better than not letting them try. I have crashed and burnt my entire life. In fact, I am still crashing and burning as I type this now…

[Snow24]

Hi


Does anyone know when our child go national service would the Mindef take into consideration their special needs? When assigning vocation for them.

[Double E]

Snow24:

Hi


Does anyone know when our child go national service would the Mindef take into consideration their special needs? When assigning vocation for them.

Snow24,
You are thinking so far far ahead!.
From what I know, ASD kids can be exempted from NS if we want to. And of course, if we want our kids to serve NS, I am quite sure Mindef will assign them simple tasks, they prob will not trust them with rifles and granite!

[mashy]

Wow, isn’t that too far away?


I’ve read about an autistic NSman’s account that it can’t be exempted. I think it will probably depends on how severe the condition is. If able to go mainstream and Pathlight, then unlikely to be exempted.

[Double E]

Double E:

Snow24:

Hi


Does anyone know when our child go national service would the Mindef take into consideration their special needs? When assigning vocation for them.

Snow24,
You are thinking so far far ahead!.
From what I know, ASD kids can be exempted from NS if we want to. And of course, if we want our kids to serve NS, I am quite sure Mindef will assign them simple tasks, they prob will not trust them with rifles and granite!

Oops I mean Grenade, not granite! What was I thinking . Lol

[Snow24]

mashy:

Wow, isn't that too far away?


I've read about an autistic NSman's account that it can't be exempted. I think it will probably depends on how severe the condition is. If able to go mainstream and Pathlight, then unlikely to be exempted.

Ic so mild type still need go NS. I am worried as now already cannot follow instruction how to serve NS.

[mashy]

Snow24:

mashy:

Wow, isn't that too far away?


I've read about an autistic NSman's account that it can't be exempted. I think it will probably depends on how severe the condition is. If able to go mainstream and Pathlight, then unlikely to be exempted.

Ic so mild type still need go NS. I am worried as now already cannot follow instruction how to serve NS.

But he's still so young! Obviously he isn't going NS now. There are many more years to go and by the time he is to go NS, he would be a lot better than now.

[sharonkhoo]

Snow24:

mashy:

Wow, isn't that too far away?


I've read about an autistic NSman's account that it can't be exempted. I think it will probably depends on how severe the condition is. If able to go mainstream and Pathlight, then unlikely to be exempted.

Ic so mild type still need go NS. I am worried as now already cannot follow instruction how to serve NS.

You seem to assume that there will be no improvement in your son's understanding and behaviour between now and 18yo! Can you imagine any NT 6yo managing in NS? When the time comes, if you have serious worries, that is the time to ask what the policies are.