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I would enjoy discussing books by email! I have a lot going on the next two weeks but could try to get in as much as possible... I love to read and discuss!

On my way out to the speech language pathologist, but I may be game. Will read more about it when I get back. :auto:

Does anyone know if the DAN doctors are covered by most insurances?

Oh wow can I relate to that! lol Vent away! :tongue_smilie:

Wow! This sounds exactly like my son! The medications have helped his aggressiveness towards siblings (most, not all) and a lot of the screaming. However, he is constantly moving and talking. I give him plenty of art and craft materials to keep him occupied. While this makes a ton of messes for me, it does seem to calm him some to have something for his hands to do. He makes a lot of the same things over and over again and will pitch fits if I throw them away. He also tends to gravitate towards Legos but I think this is a boy thing? I don't know. I look forward to good suggestions. :bigear:

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My son sees an autism specialist for his autism, OCD, adhd, etc. He is on Risperdol, Zoloft and Vyvanse. We are fine tuning the Zoloft right now but all in all, the meds are working pretty well. I've been very happy with the results of the Risperdol and Vyvanse. Just need to get the OCD a bit more under control. While it is very difficult to see my son on these medications, the results not only for the family but for him have been overwhelmingly positive. He knows when it is about time to take them and will tell me that he can't think or that he needs to see the doctor (time for a change).

I will have to say that I do like her exercises and used them with my LD children. I paid a lot of money for the same thing with an educational consultant/OT previous to meeting her at a convention.

ooo...I didn't even notice that Renee! Thank you! He would have been a mess!! Yes, he needs a ton of review..and review..and review <g> I will probably end up with Barton. That seems to be a hands-down favorite and I haven't really seen any negatives written about it.

Does anyone here use The Phonics Road with an autistic and/or dyslexic child? I was reading about their product and they use the OG method. One thing that I liked when reading about it was the fact that writing, grammar, spelling, etc., was all covered in the same program as the phonics lessons. Each lesson is supposed to take about 15-20 min. chunks a couple times a day (ok, prob. more for our kids...lol) Just wondering if anyone had any input?

Celebrating with you! :) :hurray:

I never thought of trying to rent curriculum...that might be a good plan...has anyone here done that? Any ideas on how one might try to do it?

Thank you for all of your ideas and suggestions. While I know that this is not going to be an easy endeavor by any means, I do know that it will be worth every penny. I'm looking into some suggested avenues. I am so glad to be back "home" on the boards here where there is so much great information and support. Thanks again ladies! :)

Very interesting article! Thanks for posting!

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Ok, I'm coming out and just asking. How do you pay for this curriculum? I was looking at some of this great curriculum for my son and the prices are really scary. Bartons, Kurzweil, etc..It was enough to make me a bit sick. I realize I need to do what is best for my son, but after 22 years, I found myself a single mom with special needs kids. I can't be the only one in this situation. Any tips on how you all afford these wonderful products?

I had posted earlier about brining second grader home. He isn't reading past a 1st grade level but he isn't recognizing his words, only guessing. He seems to do pretty well with math. Seems to have some trouble with memory if there isn't a lot of hands-on with the other subjects with is a problem in the public schools. Everything they do is worksheets and worksheets in order to pass the tests they have at the end of the year. They even have practice tests every week to see if they are on target. :( Our current school doesn't have a special needs classroom where he probably should be and while they keep speaking of modifying curriculum, I haven't seen a lot of that going on. He keeps bringing home spelling lists with three/four syllable words when he has trouble reading one syllable. Here are some of things that I have looked at that might work for us. Input would be appreciated... (autism, auditory processing, severe language processing and expressive language problems, OCD and ADHD) - Reading; Seeing Stars by Nanci Bell - Starting Comprehension - Recipe for Math - How to Teach Spelling - Apple Tree Language Program - Sue Greg's Workbox Program ...thought we would use this for The Thinking Co. History and Science topics in lapbook form delight directed as well as legos and computer games to enhance his needs as well - ABA - Reading - Typing - Logic and spatial skills (gifted in this area) - puzzles - art

I don't think you are alone at all with your feelings. Sometimes you have to allow them, feel them, regain your strength and then go on from there. We wouldn't be human if we didn't have our weaker moments when the reality of it all didn't slap us in the face. Having children with challenges is exhausting and at times can be just plain overwhelming. Personally, I have found a good cry one of the best remedies there is. I hope that you can find some peace and comfort today.

I will be anxious to hear how your transition to home goes! I too have been afterschooling my son with reading and some fun lapbooks as to try to make an easier transition into homeschooling when the time comes. Please post and let us know how you are doing! :) Congratulations!

Lizzy, thank you for that recommendation...looks great!

My son is on Risperdol as well for impulse control and regulation. It has done wonders for him. He takes it three times a day, but he was pretty severe. It is a scary venture when they use the words "anti-psychotic" and you begin down this path. I was very anti-medication in the beginning but in the end, I wanted to do what was best for my son. You have to weigh the pros and cons for your child and your family. My son now knows when it is time for his medication, when it is wearing off and will come to me and ask for it because he can't think and starts to spin out of control. He knows that it makes him feel better. He tells his psychiatrist that he likes his medication because it makes "his brain slow down".

I have a stupid question...is there a way to print out this thread?

I have enjoyed reading all of the posts above. There are a lot of great ideas here. He does like math and really enjoys art. I am hoping to get him into some art classes. Thank you for all of your wonderful responses. I do look forward to getting to know you better and getting some of your input as we move forward.

Hello! For those who remember me, I was pretty active on the boards a couple years ago. Due to life circumstances, we had to put the kids into school for two years. Autistic, ADHD, OCD son (8) has not done well; in fact he has been traumatized by the process. I could really use some advise from the hive minds in bringing him home over the summer and into the next year. Starting my planning now. He is bright, especially in math, but as most autistic kids, his language skills leave a lot to be desired and he has processing disorders. What are some of the products that have helped some of you in the homeschool arena? I feel very out of the loop! Thank you! Candace