A while back I wrote this post, which was my humorous take on signs that your child might have autism. It was one of my favorite posts ever, and I got some really funny stories from other parents out there. Well, lately, I need a reason to laugh, so I'm adding to our previous list.
Therefore, if you think your kid just might have autism, but you're not really sure, here are some signs that aren't necessarily in the DSM.
1. If your kid is still mad at you for something you forgot to do a month ago.....you might have a kid with autism.
2. If you hear maniacal laughter coming from your child's room in the middle of the night, and your first thought isn't to call a priest....you might have a kid with autism.
3. If you and your spouse argue over who's going to take "the night shift" and you don't have a newborn....you might have a kid with autism.
4. If you spank your child and he asks you to do it again....you might have a child with autism.
5. If you avoid saying common phrases, such as, "Let's get dressed!" because of the reaction that you know will follow....you might have a kid with autism.
6. If your child can spin and spit without getting a drop on himself.....you might have a kid with autism.
7. If your child can't write legibly, but has mastered every single button on an X-Box controller....you might have a kid with autism.
8. If you look at casserole recipes and cry because...it would be so EASY.....if only they would try one.....you might have a kid with autism.
9. If you can give the correct response to your child's repeated phrases even while unconscious...you might have a kid with autism.
10. If your kid keeps you on schedule.....you might have a kid with autism.
11. If you know how to use any object on the planet as a HotWheels ramp.....you might have a kid with autism.
12. If your pre-schooler knows the entire alphabet, but can't tell you his name....you might have a kid with autism.
13. If you have purchased a chew toy for your five-year-old....you might have a kid with autism.
14. If your child tattles on you or to you about every rule violation.....you might have a kid with autism.
15. If the words in a minute mean nothing but misery and regret....you might have a kid with autism.
So, your turn. What can you add to my list?
10 comments:
If you have to go into deep, good behavior, reward negotiations, that would put the United Nations to shame, before you have to take your child with you to run much needed errands…
If, when purchasing game controllers for gaming systems, you scrutinize the wiring insulation for durability from stripping it with your kid’s teeth……
If your main purpose when going into Target is to purchase a jumbo size roll of bubble wrap for him to pop, instead of peeling the wallpaper off of your walls….
If, when your son’s class goes to your city’s NFL football team’s stadium, during health and nutrition month, for lessons on good nutrition and exercise and his sack lunch is a Ziploc bag full of Froot Loops and a diet caffeine free Coke…..
Oh man. I've got to give this some thought. So many things my son does seem normal to me because I've been dealing with it so long. I will get back to you. :)
LMAO!!! Priceless! =D
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Oh my. I love this. These are TOTALLY Casey. I'll add:
If you buy chicken nuggets in bulk knowing they'll be gone in a day...
If you pack a mean pair of hunting ear muffs but don't own a single gun...
If your preschooler can name all of the planets in order but can't tell you he's hungry...
If your 8 year old can name every single kind of butterfly in the exhibit...
If your child will swim but cant get his hair wet in the shower without intense meltdowns.
If every night at 830 sharp he is asking to go to bed...(love meletonin)
If peeing in front of large crowds is acceptable!! LOL
Brilliant! Love this! All quite spot on - the spanking one really made me laugh (Gabe begs to be spanked - oh dear!)
My offering to your list would be:
If you utter the phrase, "Darling, please don't eat your mattress/pencil/bucket/cat's tail etc ...."
Hi
My name is Jenna and I came across your site. Your kids are brave courageous fighters, they are special miracles, sweet earthly angels, and precious gifts. They are inspirations, and smilen hero.
I was born with a rare life threatening disease, developmental delays and 14 medical conditions.
Love all of these!
If you buy m&ms in bulk to reward good behavior...
If you ride the escalator more than 6 times in a single outing...
If you have to make a special order at the drive-thru and hold your breath until you check the bag that they got it right...
;)
I have a cousin who happens to have an autistic child. At first, when they found out they were shocked and upset but the child has brought blessings to the whole family. Thank you for your work!
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