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hey my name is Rachel and iam a 17 year old girl and iam going to be babysitting an autistic child for a whole month in june what kind of activities should I plan.I know autistic kids don't like change so what should I do if i make a mistake and he pitches a fit?
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Get some ideas from his parents about what he likes to do for fun, that way you wouldnt be making a mistake because you will already know what things he likes. Then you can find out what he likes to eat, what you can make for him. If by some way he pitches a fit, call the parents and ask them how to calm him down. Or you could just bribe him with something he really likes,
ex) if you stop screaming I will let you watch t.v.!
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Dear Friend,
Autism is a social disorder, so the reality is that if you want an outstanding bond with this kid, you'll need to be categorically perfect. Nobody said babysitting was easy. Okay, everybody says that..
Don't stress about this - treat him as you would any other child. He might be a little less receptive to you, initially, but there are plenty of things that will engage him. He won't like change, but if he is genuinely entertained by something you're doing, you won't need to change! Try something with bright colours; it'll stimulate his mind more than something mundane.
Love,
Ainsley.
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research facts about autistic childern in the right age groups and find out what they enjoy doing. if you are desprate, you can color with the child i dont think he/she can get too upset that way.
FRENCHY
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Hey whats up,
Well in grade 7 I had an autisic kid in my class. Most of the time he loved things to be quiet casue loud noises and too much going on bothered him so try doing things like a puzzle or somthing simple so he/she only has to concentrate on one thing. If he pitches a fight the best thing you can do is await till he calms down cause if you do somthing he dosn't like it could get worse or maybe try offering him somthing else.
anyway hoped i helped,
Becky :) <3
P.S-Careful if things get out of hand they scream and somtimes even throw things, just a heads up.
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Talk to his parents and get as much information as you can about him, about his likes and dislikes, his routines and what upsets him. You will also need to check on what they do when he does get upset, to calm him down. Make lots of notes and follow all the advice they give you. Always stay calm even if he does kick off and don't try any new activities unless the parents say it's ok to. They will know best as to what he is likely to react against.
As all autistic people are different it would be difficult to suggest any activities without knowing him.
However, they can be wonderful, intelligent people so enjoy your time with him and good luck.
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