I have read the FAQ and have visited for 30 years. I’m looking for something a bit off the beaten path for a fun lunch for my son’s birthday near the children’s museum. Ruby Slipper obviously has games. Any other fun kid-friendly recs?
Mom in desperate need of advice with autistic son
My youngest child (8) is level 1 autistic/adhd/gifted, incredibly rebellious, and seems to just not sleep at night. For several years he will wait until I have eventually fallen asleep and found ways to get into trouble. At this point all of the outer doors have alarms, all electronic devices stay in my room, snacks are locked up (fruit out always), and there are cameras. He’s given sleeping medicine, but it does not seem to work very well.
Most recently, he had stolen the switch from my ex-husband’s house, hid it in his room, and seems to have not slept for the last 48 hours. We’ve talked, he’s seen multiple therapists, we’ve done everything I can possibly think of …. And I’m just so tired of dealing with the defiance and lying. He’s not my only autistic child, but his refusal to sleep is making me lose my sanity. Please, I’ll take any suggestions or advice you have. His therapist suggested locking him in his room at night - which could cause DCFS to get involved, and is not something I’m considering.
I am not asking for medical advice. I will not take any steps that would be considered abuse. I just need new strategies, and please don’t remove my post🙏🏻
ETA: pardon any poor grammar. I’m exhausted
And at what age are they responsible for them? Is there an expectation that you will be able to stop reminding them? Looking for answers for a 10 year old specifically, but I’d also love input on what will be appropriate as they grow.