UW Autism Center

The next step on Harry's journey is to have him evaluated at UW Autism Center. The teachers and ourselves are noticing some behaviors with that may indicate Aspergas(sp?) or Autism Spectrum Disorder. We booked him in today and have our first appointment on the 5th of May. I am crossing my fingers for some answers!!

http://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/Bios/kelly.html

Some of the signs...

• Fixation on belongings, thoughts, conversation
• Phobia of germs, loud noises, bright lights, being breathed on
• "Overreacts" when things don't go his way
• Never sure what will set of depression/anxiety with him
• Insecure and wanting to be accepted
• Rituals, always needing to wear the same clothes
• Still has a stuffed animal that needs to go everywhere and is "real"
• Cries in front of peers if things don't go right
  
• Inflexible, can not stand change from his routine or what he expects
• Has to talk about what he wants too and not interested in others around him
• Socially, does not relate to peers, does not participate in play or conversation
• Very creative/imaginative, has a hard time distinguishing between this and reality
• Always believes his way is the only way, will not listen or learn from others
• Is often in a daze, will not make eye contact for more than a second
• Does not understand simple commands and will need to be repeated
• Is not really aware of his responsibilities and still waits for prompting

May 5th - 9:30am: Parent Intake (get there 15mins early+IEP)
May 11th- 1pm -3pm: Harry one on one
May 19th- 9:30am: Harry one on one
May 27th- 1pm: Parent feedback
June 24th- 1pm: Optional Parent feedback