What resources/solutions have been HIGHLY EFFECTIVE for you??

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My son (age 9) has not been officially diagnosed--but everything I've read is

clear that he is an Aspie. DH (who has similar attributes to DS) does not feel

like it is severe enough to warrant a label. DS is intelligent and is a high

achiever in school. However, socially he is a mess. He really can't maintain a

friendship. He really feels the need to have things his way during play and so

there is no give and take with another person. He is fun to be around for about

15 minutes and then people are tired of being told what to do. He harbors a lot

of resentment for friends that have come and GONE!

My biggest fear is that he will accept any kind of friendship--even if that

entails him being a victim. If he can get kids angry enough to chase him then

he enjoys that interraction better than being alone. So he often sets himself

up as a target--to be the " bad guy " or the " hunted. "

So I've read a lot of books about diagnosing and how these children react. But

I'm really looking to find out from those who have seen improvement in social

skills---What was a great resource or behavioral technique that was life-saving

for you and your child? Thanks so much for sharing!