Autism Spectrum: PDD NOS meltdown at a restaurant

This is my son diagnosed in July 2011 with PDD NOS. He is 3 years old. He also has mild mental retardation and epilepsy. A not so uncommon diagnosis among children with autism. I post this video to help other parents who have not been diagnosed and even those that have, if just to know that you are not alone. I knew something was "different" with Emilio when he failed to meet ALL his milestones. Through early intervention, speech, PT and OT, Emilio has made great strides. My next step is to get ABA for his behavioral issues. He often has tantrums and meltdowns. It seems the only place he feels comfortable is at home.

Red Flags that Parents Should Note:

* does not respond to his/her name.
* cannot explain what he/she wants.
* language skills are slow to develop or speech is delayed.
* doesn't follow directions.
* at times, seems to be deaf.
* doesn't point or wave "bye-bye."
* used to say a few words or babble, but now doesn't.
* throws intense or violent tantrums.
* has odd movement patterns.
* is overly active, uncooperative, or resistant.
* doesn't know how to play with toys.
* doesn't smile when smiled at.
* has poor eye contact.
* gets "stuck" doing the same things over and over and can't move on to other things.
* seems to prefer to play alone.
* gets things for him/herself only.
* is very independent for his/her age.
* does things "early" compared to other children.
* seems to be in his/her "own world."
* seems to tune people out.
* is not interested in other children.
* walks on his/her toes.
* shows unusual attachments to toys, objects, or schedules
(i.e., always holding a string or having to put socks on before pants).
* spends a lot of time lining things up or putting things in a certain order.

Source: Filipek et al. (1999). Screening and diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorders. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 29(6): 439-484.

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[143DBE]

Actually we just had the therapist come to our home 4 days ago to do the evaluation and he should be receiving ABA by next week. I am really excited to get this therapy rolling because his behavior has gotten increasingly worse since I took this video. He is now biting and hitting anyone who gets within his reach. Are your twins on any meds?

[sexyyy9277]

does he have ABA therapy? my twins have autism it works great. they answer to their name and everything after just 3 months