Re: Regression???

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My son regressed. He was a normal functioning child before it happened. He could say several words and two words sentences, catch a ball and throw one, ride a tryke(short distances). He slowly started doing things less. We talked to nurses and doctors and they said as kids grow these things happen, but only for a short time. Later down the road we found out he regressed. He had Autism. This happened somewhere between ages 2 to 3. They said he could regress more around ages 3 or four. If it doesn't happen by that age he will stay the same. He has not regressed anymore and doing great in his special program. I don't know if this is what is happing with you. This was only one doctor's opinion. They had no reason to suspect he would get autism. Just

be watchful.

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That sounds like my son too. He is now 10 and still nonverbal. Ann you said your DAN doctor. After certain supplement regiments on Dan protocol or some therapies my son would show some regression. With some people w autism it seems like during exterior stimuli or growth you can go forward 3 steps and then take 2 steps back. Just keep track for doc to see if there is some kind of pattern. SandySent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Genie Bottle <bottlegenie56@...>Sender: Autism and Aspergers Treatment Date: Mon, 9 May 2011 13:06:57 -0700 (PDT)<Autism and Aspergers Treatment >Reply Autism and Aspergers Treatment Subject: Re: Regression??? My son regressed. He was a normal functioning child before it happened. He could say several words and two words sentences, catch a ball and throw one, ride a tryke(short distances). He slowly started doing things less. We talked to nurses and doctors and they said as kids grow these things happen, but only for a short time. Later down the road we found out he regressed. He had Autism. This happened somewhere between ages 2 to 3. They said he could regress more around ages 3 or four. If it doesn't happen by that age he will stay the same. He has not regressed anymore and doing great in his special program. I don't know if this is what is happing with you. This was only one doctor's opinion. They had no reason to suspect he would get autism. Justbe watchful.

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Dear Ann,

It's a good thing to pay attention to everything. The most obvious

that comes to mind is any vaccinations (although with a DAN maybe not).

The other is to be aware of pesticides on food, high fructose corn

syrup and how most soy, corn and wheat are gmo.

About the 'terrible two's' I decided not to buy into that idea, and so

we didn't have it.

Sincerely,

Francine

Speak with Him Thou for He hearest.

Spirit with Spirit can speak.

Closer is Love than breathing,

Nearer than hands and feet.

(with appreciation for Tennyson)

Regression???

 

Hi everyone -

Our 4 year old son was just diagnosed hf at the end of January, so we

are very new to being a parent with a child on the spectrum. CJ is

currently in the sdc 3 year program (December baby).

Since he started sdc, we saw quite a bit of progress especially in his

expressive language. (Sensory overload has never been an issue and

we're in the process of getting an assessment for ot).

This last week, though, I've noticed that he changed quite a bit. Lost

some expressive language skills he was clearly using weeks prior, much

more aloof in reception to the things around him, sensory issues kicked

in, and an abundance to yell no during regular routines.

Is it normal for kids to have regression? Maybe it's just a part of

him growing up? His DAN doctor said to be ready for the tantrums and so

forth because it was a sign of improvement. Kaiser diagnosed his

social skills to a 2 year old, so maybe it's part of the terrible twos?

Being a notoriously worrisome mom, I wonder if maybe mild brain

seizures are taking into effect. Then the sensible side of me says not

to worry. I don't want to be overly dramatic or lackadaisical. Any

advice from tenured parents out there would be very much appreciated.

It just seems like there are so many variables, I'm not sure which one

to go with.

Thanks,

Ann

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My son is 7. He was diagnosed at 22 months with mild autism. He went through hardcore early interventions including special classes, speech, ot, in home behaviorist visits and social skills programs, We have seen regressions all along this journey. I also work with children with autism and see regressions all the time. Regressions may occur when when a child is learning a new skill or if they have a change in their environment. When you experience regressions just make sure that you have a lot of patience and be more determined to help your child go forward than they are to go backward.

Shana

From: Ann <maryann.cave@...>Subject: Regression???Autism and Aspergers Treatment Date: Monday, May 9, 2011, 9:41 AM

Hi everyone - Our 4 year old son was just diagnosed hf at the end of January, so we are very new to being a parent with a child on the spectrum. CJ is currently in the sdc 3 year program (December baby).Since he started sdc, we saw quite a bit of progress especially in his expressive language. (Sensory overload has never been an issue and we're in the process of getting an assessment for ot).This last week, though, I've noticed that he changed quite a bit. Lost some expressive language skills he was clearly using weeks prior, much more aloof in reception to the things around him, sensory issues kicked in, and an abundance to yell no during regular routines. Is it normal for kids to have regression? Maybe it's just a part of him growing up? His DAN doctor said to be ready for the tantrums and so forth because it was a sign of improvement. Kaiser diagnosed his social skills to a 2 year old, so maybe it's part of the

terrible twos?Being a notoriously worrisome mom, I wonder if maybe mild brain seizures are taking into effect. Then the sensible side of me says not to worry. I don't want to be overly dramatic or lackadaisical. Any advice from tenured parents out there would be very much appreciated.It just seems like there are so many variables, I'm not sure which one to go with.Thanks, Ann