Category Archives: Is it Autism?
Special
I can't begin to tell you all how much our lives have turned around for the better since Smacky's return to the integrated preschool and onset of OT and PT services. His disposition, energy, and outlook have improved so much … Continue reading
Filed under Is it Autism?, sensory processing disorder, Special Ed
Random Moments
This morning we had a school team meeting about Smacky to get an update on the PT's assessment and progress. The meetings now are shorter and to the point – the psych, OT, PT, and coordinator were there. His teacher's … Continue reading
Filed under Is it Autism?, Special Ed, The Smackeroo
State of the union
Have I mentioned lately that I'm still in therapy? And that I'm making great strides in understanding what drives my mood and behavior? The work we've been doing has been intense and, at times, very difficult, but I am quite … Continue reading
Filed under Is it Autism?, J, PTSD, The Smackeroo, The Smackeroo I, Z
The only way out is through
Now and then I look at Smacky and find it hard to believe how fast he's growing. Since the acquisition of his eyeglasses, he's seemed to emerge from his proverbial shell and is regaling us with language…and by that I … Continue reading
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Things we’re learning
Who knew? When Smacky complained that he was dizzy (or, more precisely, that he feels "dangerous") and that the walls were closing in on him, I thought about anemia. Or inner-ear balance/coordination problems. As unlikely as it seems, it turns … Continue reading
Filed under Is it Autism?, The Smackeroo
One step forward, one step back
Hearing test yesterday? No hearing issues, need follow up with ENT. Check Moving right along, today we had an orthopedic consult. Back in the day we had Smacky's hips tested for alignment and we passed with flying colors. I figured … Continue reading
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