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Originally Posted by Barb
My 10 year old nephew has Asperger's Syndrome...a mild form of Autism.
I have posted before about Ethan. He is a great kid and is smart as a whip...he has come a long way.
When he was younger and wouldn't hug or sit on our laps, I'd say, "Ethan...come and hug Aunt Barb...try to break my ribs."
And he'd try to do just that...now he hugs all the time and doesn't mind sitting on my lap.
The church plays a big part in helping these kids, IMO.
Ethan sits on the front row in service, "with the guys..." and is encouraged to do so. Everyone treats him as if nothing is wrong.
Of course his situation is not as drastic as what Sherri is describing, though he does have his moments of anger.
But he is quick to tell me if he's had a bad day and listens when we try and teach him how to handle stress.
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My son wouldn't sit on my lap either. It was a sesory issue. Now that he is over the sensory issues he has no problem with sitting on my lap. Too bad he is 17 years old now!!!!!!!!!
It's ok, a parent will take it when the child feels like giving it, no matter what the age.