Encouraging Independent Play

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Hello! I have been reading the group messages for a few months, since my 4.5 yo

was diagnosed with autism/aspergers in the spring, but I believe this is my

first post.

I am wondering how to encourage independent play. My son absolutely refuses to

play independently, and he will even say things like, " If you don't play, I

won't play. " We are seeing an OT weekly, and I have discussed this with her, but

so far I am not seeing any progress in the independence.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!