Thank you for posting this. It is truly fascinating, even for a parent of a non-ASD child.
We have a 6 year old ex-premature baby with strong ADHD tendencies instead, and at least some of what you describe is quite familiar (while of course, much is not).
My son has no idea of personal space. Wherever I am, his preference is to sit on me. Even if I gently move him to the side, in moments he's back and I don't think he realises at all that he does it. When a professional brought it up, it was kind of relief to find out that he isn't the only one who does this.
Anyway, mostly I want to say that you and all other parents of ASD children have my profound respect. And to the lady who did/does all this as a single parent, I bow to you.
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Date: 2010-10-15 03:13 am (UTC)We have a 6 year old ex-premature baby with strong ADHD tendencies instead, and at least some of what you describe is quite familiar (while of course, much is not).
My son has no idea of personal space. Wherever I am, his preference is to sit on me. Even if I gently move him to the side, in moments he's back and I don't think he realises at all that he does it. When a professional brought it up, it was kind of relief to find out that he isn't the only one who does this.
Anyway, mostly I want to say that you and all other parents of ASD children have my profound respect. And to the lady who did/does all this as a single parent, I bow to you.
Thank you for aiding my understanding.