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hi my name is summer i have a son who is 2 yrs and 4 months old he has been diagnosed with sid but i also have a strong feeling he is on the Autism spectrum he walks on his toes he hates for his routine to be messed with and he has to brush his teeth at least 4 times a day and loves to talk about dinosaurs...i really really appreciate any comments you have on this..
You may be right that he is on the Spectrum. He sounds like he has a lot of language, so he may fall into the Asperger Syndrome category. I would recommend that you consult with an Occupational Therapist who can work with him on some of the sensory issues that you are seeing like the brushing teeth and and need for routine. When he is a little older, you can consult with a speech pathologist regarding his obsession with discussing dinosaurs as he may need a little help conversing on other topics.
Valerie Herskowitz, MA CCC-SLP
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Valerie Herskowitz
Expertise
I am an autism expert and speech pathologist (for over 30 years). I am also the parent of a child with autism. I can answer any question on autism dealing with communication, education, behavior and diet. I cannot answer questions that are medical in nature or are dealing with medications.
Experience
I have run a therapy center for individuals with autism since 1981. I lecture all over the country. I also teach classes on autism on line.
Organizations
Vice President of Communications Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Member American Speech and Hearing Association,
MembernAutism Society of America,
President of the National Autism Registry,
Vice President of the Association for Developmentally Disabled Adults and Adolescents.
Publications
Autism Society of America's national publication (September 2008).
Advance Magazine,
South Florida Parenting,
Spectrum Magazine,
I am the author of: Autism and Computers: Maximizing Independence Through Technology (available:www.valerieherskowitz.com)
Education/Credentials
I have a masters degree in speech pathology
Awards and Honors
I won a Stevie Award in 2004: Lifetime Achievement Award for my work with individuals with autism. My therapy center won, Judge's Choice Award Best Center in South Florida by South Florida Parenting magazine 2005.
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