All About Autism
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Hi mummies, long time no 'see'
Oh yes, about the recent shoot out incident in US, reports are linking Autism/Aspergers to Violence. I sure hope such reports can stop so that it will not create further stigma on our kids.
Nuggets,
My son also has a few episodes of tantrums this week. I was just telling his psychologist that he's tantrums have reduced a lot since 3 mths ago but right after that, for the next few days, he threw tantrums every day. Just like what the old people say, don't say the kid is 'good' cos they will be xiao qi and be naughty just when u least expect it. Argghh!
Last Fri at his therapist's clinic, I was talking to his therapist when he starts bugging me to buy him a bun (his routine, his dad buys for him after the sessions). I told him to wait as I was talking to his therapist. He started throwing tantrums and make angry groans. After I ended my conversation with his therapist, I told him that he did not wait as told, so I will not get him the bun. He kicked up a big fuss, cried and rolled on the floor. His dad carried him to a corner and made him sit there. We told him to stop crying before he can leave the chair. Of course, he didn't and cried louder. Hubby and I then made our way out, leave him behind. He panic, ran to us and said he wanted to wear shoes and leave with us. I said ok only if he stops crying. He was sobbing on the way out when the daddy told him off, saying that he would not get his bun cos he is not behaving well. After that, he tried to get my attention as I was ignoring him, he said he wants \"sayang\" from me. I relented and hugged him but at the same time, tell him he still will not get his bun. He then stopped crying and followed us to the car. It was such a struggle! I like you is very upset why he went back to his tantrum ways just when we thought he has improved. Let's pray for both our sons that they will behave and throw less tantrums. -
Double E,
Thanks for sharing too. Yes, lets hope all our kids have less of such tantrums. Really nerve breaking!
Helplessmum,
Its really unfortunate that this incident get linked to ASD. Sigh, but at the same time, hope this create awareness of ASD people and shed some light on their social behaviour and how best to integrate them into society.
The way I see it, this guy must have snapped. Why would he killed his mother then go back to the elementary school to gun down people. I guessed he must have pretty bad childhood memories there. -
what is mental illness? disability too? born with or later ? they are mixxing up.
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That primary school boy just confirm going to NUS high school
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Hi,
I read on this forum quite a bit and has a special need gal who's turning 5 next year. It's hard to find her enrichment classess as she gets older, as the normal environment requires a certain protocol on behaviour (mummies can understand, like sitting down and no running around). Doing it at home is also different, as child do likes to be near other children.
We attended the creative music therapy last few weeks at Olive tree (chance upon it at kiasu parents). It was a start for us, as we have not been doing group activities outside with others for a while. Before that, I attended a free talk at their premises on ADHD, and have got valuable points from the speaker from sparks and understand better how to communicate with my gal. Olive tree was generous with holding the event with no fees, and even provide finger food, refreshment and snacks before, during break and after the event.
Olive tree aspired to be a social enterprise as I heard from their owner Mr Loo Kwong. They are organising an art therapy 05 Feb next year , and I have signed up for the introduction. The event is free, but I am not sure on the basic material cost.
Parents, mummies who like to bring their children for the event please contact Loo Kwong at Olive tree. I understand Loo Kwong have worked in the corporate sector in the past and turned to starting the social enterprise with the encouragement of his wife who is practising PD at forum.
Below are the details of the art therapy event. You can ask to be on the mailing list. They always have a number of events lining up for parents
Introduction to Developmental Art Therapy
Developmental Art Therapy harnesses the power of art to enrich the lives of children by promoting creative and mental growth appropriate to their developmental age. It is an approach of building the child’s creative development with art learning and therapeutic support from the art therapist, who not only can develop their cognitive, motor, social and sensory awareness but most importantly, foster creativity and positive emotional growth.
Art Therapist Alvin George Khoo (MA Art Therapy) will be giving an introduction about Developmental Art Therapy and its benefits for the creative and mental growth of children with special needs. Recommended for: Parents or Caregivers who are interested in knowing more about how Art can benefit your child in the developmental and special needs context.
Date of Talk : 5 Feb 2013.
In Jan 2013, Olive Tree Development Center is glad to bring you another talk on Oral Motor Issues by Dr Hilary Thean. She will also share her personal experience in raising a special child.
Date : Thur 10 Jan 2013 ,
Venue : Olive Tree Development Center, 179A Thomson Road
2nd Floor Goldhill Center Behind Burger King
Register : Contact 96783211 / 62525200. (FOC)
Agenda : 7-8.30pm Talk & Personal Sharing by Dr Hilary Thean
8.30-9pm Parent's fellowship over coffee/snacks
Most young children have some form of oral-motor defensiveness which they outgrow sometime during their toddler years. Children with developmental disabilities often take a much longer time to overcome these issues and it can turn into a nightmare for the family.
This talk will address the 2 pressing issues of dental care and oral-motor desensitization for children with developmental challenges. In addition, tips on how to prepare your child to see the dentist and various methods to reduce oral motor defensiveness in your child will be discussed
Over 12 years ago, knowledge & resources to support Special Needs children in
Singapore were inadequate or just plainly unavailable.. Hilary searched for the best
intervention approaches and even temporarily relocated to the States with her son. She will
share her perspectives on the various interventions she used, the challenges they faced as a family and beliefs that helped them overcome.
About the Speaker
Dr Hilary Thean is a visiting consultant with the Department of Dentistry at National University Hospital Singapore and also a part time clinical tutor at the Oral Health Centre of Western Australia, UWA. She regularly provides dental treatment for children with special needs and the elderly. She lives in Australia and has two lovely children..
About Parents Info Nite & Network
We hope this regular support group meeting provides a platform for professionals in medical, allied healthcare to inform and for parents to rally and encourage. We were inspired by a Special Needs Parent's Cooperative in Australia called Lifestart http://www.lifestart.org.au/about/ where parents gather in playgrounds or offices in various part of the city on different days of the week to share, cry or help others. Come join us as we help others in their journey. -
Can I ask how many of you are sahm? Or are you ftwm?
Where does your kid go after classes in Primary school ended? I am thinking whether to put mine in student care or not. -
nugget:
SAHM so stay with me lah. Kekekek.Can I ask how many of you are sahm? Or are you ftwm?
Where does your kid go after classes in Primary school ended? I am thinking whether to put mine in student care or not. -
helplessmum3:
That primary school boy just confirm going to NUS high school
http://www.todayonline.com/Singapore/EDC121123-0000043/Not-letting-the-odds-get-in-their-way -
Phtthp,
Yes that the boy today news he going NUS in Chinese newspaper -
mashy:
Mashy,
SAHM so stay with me lah. Kekekek.
Good for you. I dunno if I should put him into student care or not. So many things to consider.
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