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celticeagle @celticeagle (189838) • Boise, Idaho 14 Oct 22

I watched the documentary "Rainman Twins" last night on Tubi. I thought these two women were so fascinating I wanted to share them with you all. These two girls are amazing. Born on January 1, 1956, in Irvington, New Jersey. As...

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Autistic Boy Takes Hidden Microphone To School

Babes Says @BabeSays (8795) • Mauritius 9 Oct 18

A mother hides a tape in her son's backpack and to her surprise she hears things that couldn't believe herself. The teachers harsh words toward the autistic boy got them fired. https://youtu.be/4Ro1OOA1BEo

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New TV Show...

Malisia Seabolt @coltbiz (76) 15 Nov 17

Who all have seen the new tv show "The Good Doctor"? I really like it. My son and I just watched an episode. Seems pretty clean as far as adult content. I try to be careful what we watch. I like the autistic doctor. He is cool....

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Rough Day

mommaj @mommaj (23112) • United States 21 Feb 17

I pray that anyone with an autistic child does not truly understand the depths of this post. Today I was reminded how absolute alone I was. Please don't get me wrong. God takes care of me. I have friends that I talk to on the...

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Did You Know About The Hormone Oxytocin?

celticeagle @celticeagle (189838) • Boise, Idaho 27 Jan 17

Called the "cuddle hormone" Oxytocin is released when we feel trust, comfort or love and can be even more powerful than serotonin. If you need a lift in mood remember this hormone. Simply spending time with family or friends can...

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If you could cure your disabled child, would you?

RK Finnell @irishidid (8687) • United States 6 Feb 16

There was a documentary about a child who was going through surgery to remove a very large growth on his face. After the surgery was over and his mother saw him she was upset because he looked different. It was not the face of the...

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Will the defending ever end?

mommaj @mommaj (23112) • United States 15 Dec 15

My son is classical autistic. The worst on the spectrum. I'm extremely thankful though because he doesn't have health issues and is not sickly. He doesn't hurt himself or others and in fact is protective. He has many o.c.d.s. I...

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Exceptional class takes field trips once a month

mommaj @mommaj (23112) • United States 17 Nov 15

My son being classic autistic and a little over zealous at school will run if someone does not hold on to him. He has gotten away from the teachers and assistants at school and ran through the parking lot. After hearing that they...

Autism child on outings

mommaj @mommaj (23112) • United States 15 Nov 15

If you have an autistic child do you take him or her out willingly or do you try to make sure you get your trips out of the way while he is in school or at a sitter's? Taking an autistic child anywhere seems to be an adventure for...

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Lights and autistic children

mommaj @mommaj (23112) • United States 15 Nov 15

Most autistic children do not like bright lights. I am finding it is only white lights my child has a problem with. He loves colored holiday lights. Which always makes me wonder what's the difference with the white lights? Are...

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Match of dimes and autism speaks

C @ShyBear88 (59342) • Sterling, Virginia 7 Mar 13

This year my family has choices to be part of March for Dimes and Autism Speaks. Both are very dear and near to our hearts. We are doing March of Dimes because of my 2 year and 6 month old both were born prematurely but unlike...

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Autistic Beauty Queen seeks Miss USA title

3SnuggleBunnies @3SnuggleBunnies (16374) • United States 9 Jan 13

Over the years I've not been a fan of such shows. If I do tune in like most I'd be rooting for the contestant from my state. This year I'd love to see folks jump on the bandwagon for this lovely 18yr old contestant Miss Montana....

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One of the Contributors of our Society

edvc77 @edvc77 (2140) • Philippines 28 Oct 12

I've known autistics who were contributors of our society. Besides their situation and health, some of them managed to do stuffs, can work and support themselves. I've known this young adult since he was 10 years old. Now, he is...

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What are some great educational toys and/or activities for Autistic children?

jrkirsch75 @jrkirsch75 (72) • United States 25 Sep 12

I have 2 daughters under the age of 5; one has the Autism Spectrum Disorder and the other is scheduled for the test. They both are intelligent past their actual ages, so regular age appropriate toys don't hold their interest for...

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Autistics..second class human ??

forumman @forumman (9) 22 Aug 12

recently in the news i read about a man who was denied a heart transplant. The trnaplant committee says that he has AUTISM that was the problem ??. Do you think being autistic is an acceptable reason to reject him ,does the...

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How do you see autism? Is it a gift or bad luck for the family?

snowhybiscuis @snowhybiscuis (1882) • Philippines 11 Jan 12

I've asked this question to solicit varying opinions on how people sees autism? How they feel having a child with autism and how parents cope with the situation. I saw this movie entitled Temple Grandin. The story was about an...

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Grandma, Take Me Now And I Want To Be With You Now! :(

Daddy Neil @neildc (17238) • Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines 2 Sep 11

Hiya myLotters and friends! Some of you already knows about my son Zay who had Sleep Apnea. And most of you who knows about him also knows how successful the operation done to him. But I am not sure if you can remember...

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Autism - Tips for toilet training

dont_pick_your_nose @dont_pick_your_nose (2279) • Australia 21 May 11

I have a 5 year old Autistic Son who i have extremly difficult time toilet training. We have purchased numerous aids such as pull ups, regular underwear, pottys specialised seats, feel wet to learn nappies, tried using training...

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Is using the internet good for a 9 year old austistic boy?

smashville14 @smashville14 (278) • Philippines 14 Jan 11

I have a nephew who was diagnosed as autistic when he was just around 2 yrs old. He is now 9 yrs old. Eversince he was exposed to using computer games (around 6 yrs old I think), he got hooked on it already and he never stopped...

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A danger to society..or not?

animalrock95 @animalrock95 (47) • United States 27 Oct 10

Do you believe autistic individuals are persay, "A Danger To Society"?

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