Absolutism and Aspergers: I Won’t Complain
Authors: Simon Huebner and Richard Kaplan M.Ed.,Sp.Ed. This true story about my absolutism and Asperger’s talks about why I refused to complain and be expressionless; and the consequences of me refusing to acknowledge my emotions. Everyone you will ever meet determines all sorts of personal rules they keep for themselves. One person’s principle can become another person’s ... This absolutism and Aspergers story is about what happens when one boy refuses to complain. »
Asperger’s and Absolutism: A Misguided Social Story
Asperger’s and absolutism are completely intertwined Asperger's and absolutism are completely tied together. Here is one man's story about how a decision made about a childhood interest took on all of his priorities. »
Absolutism and Asperger’s: Showing than Hiding Emotions
Absolutism and Asperger’s are completely linked. Decisions and rules determined by someone with Asperger’s affect them for many years. Learn how absolutism defines Asperger »
Absolutism and Asperger’s
Asperger’s is all about absolutism. So if Eric enjoys the company of others, and always has, he therefore prioritized his absolutism over socializing. This is a story about how absolutism and Asperger's are inextricably linked together. »
Autism and Role Models
Everyone needs role models. No one is discussing this in the autism field nearly enough. This article shows what it takes to be a role model. Autism and role models are not discussed enough. Learn more about what it takes. »
Parents did not think they needed a special education advocate
For four years his parents did not think they needed a special education advocate representing them at the IEP meetings. For four years they had know idea to what extent the IEPs were ignoring their son’s learning problems and inhibiting his academic progress, stunting social skills, and self worth. I encourage you to read their ... Continue Reading »
Parents realize IEP problems
As parents of a special needs child, we want and need to believe that our child’s IEP is a sound representation of the child’s academic, social, and emotional needs because we are told so by the experts. It took us a few years before we as parents realized IEP problems. Our son is in ... A few years ago when we first started the IEP process, it was a “feel good situation,” and we felt our son’s needs were surely being met. Over the years, however, we’ve noticed his academic growth has been slipping. »
A minimum of Three IEP meetings per Year
Having a minimum of three IEP meetings per year certainly provides the opportunity to look back over a school year and analyze how and why your child has progressed to where they are is invaluable. It’s also a powerful opportunity to brain storm and discuss your concerns and questions with professionals who have spent many months teaching your child. Read why three IEP meetings per year are necessary »