Thursday, November 1, 2012
Autism How To Medication
Ahh, MEDICATION...some families dealing with autism are fortunate in that this subject may not come into play. However, mine is not the case. Frequently, children with autism have comorbid conditions such as ADHD, OCD, Clinical Depression Anxiety Disorders and so on....and hence cometh the slew of medication. I, personally, use a fishing tackle box--red, discreet (relatively), able to hold at least thirty pill bottles in good order as well as several asthma and other first aid supplies. Do I think that med managemennt and timing is easy....NOOOOOO! It is an ever consuming thought process, and just try going away for a few days. You have to leave charts that look like Alpha Command Orders for an incoming battleship attack. No, I am the (as my kids sing) "Mommy, the walking pharmacy--for all your drug needs." Funny? I try to laugh but it's tough. So, how many of you are med managers and how do you do it?
How To Do Medicine,
Kelly
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Hi Kelly,
ReplyDeleteI do not have an autistic child but taught many in my 34 years of teaching experience. I found them a delight if the parents and other staff and students would have some compassion for these youngsters. They had no choice in the challenge that God gave them. We all have to become knowledgeable and understand their quirks and difficulties. No one should be judging these precious ones. I had a little, BIG boy for two years, grades 2 and 3, since my principal felt I was good with him- a cop out= no one else wanted him, and he taught me so much. We got along well and although his mom had to be taught about the techniques I used, she had to admit they worked. Your site is invaluable to parents and educators alike. Congratulations on educating those who need it.