Is Simon no Longer Autistic? [HPRT]

[@7Aheadfamily]

Love to have all of you join us in our ASD Club... www.7-ahead.com/asdclub

[@tudormiller887]

There's still no cure for autism, even if it's popular within the medical profession. No amount of prayer, will help an autistic individual either. Autism is a life long neurological disability.

[@MirnetteAgrest-l9f]

Does your husband even love ezra ?

[@MirnetteAgrest-l9f]

Does your husband want ezra to be dead ?

[@bunglejoy3645]

​@MirnetteAgrest-l9f what a awful thing to say are you narsrcasstic you ought to be banned from uou tube talking like that

[@bunglejoy3645]

​@MirnetteAgrest-l9f you shouldn't say things like that it's not kind

[@Lauvreede3003]

I think it is plain old bureaucracy. Autism can never be cured or overcome. By Simon doing so extremely well and performing above average, only proves (in my opinion) that the support he is getting right now is helping him develop to his full potential. I say: Great Job Simon!!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes, we are so thankful for all the people helping him grow and develop. ❤️

[@mysterionz]

I agree with this.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@BrianSmith-lo3mj]

^THIS^ 💯% Nailed it🎯

[@tamaraanderson7260]

I’m so happy for Simon and his progress! Thanks for letting us see his progress through all your videos.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Us too!

[@JonBrase]

11:53 It's not just the possibility of regression, it's that life will get more difficult, and just because he can deal with everything he faces now, doesn't mean he'll have no trouble in the future. I have L1 autism and didn't start having social trouble with my peers until elementary school, and after that I was an adult before I really started noticing that I was having trouble keeping up with life, and my diagnosis didn't come till my late 30s.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing that! It is so good to hear so many different perspectives. ❤️

[@higherground337]

Congratulations, sweet Simon! 🥰 Age four was also apparently when I suddenly made huge strides in my communication skills (there were no official supports for me back in the 80's, just my SAHM mother talking with me and teaching me all day). My childhood after age four was great. I had friends and did well in school. Transitions and sudden changes were always hard, though. Simon is so blessed to have loving parents who understand autism and who can help him navigate the challenges ahead.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you ❤️

[@rbrtpongo]

I think its important for the schools to understand that autism does not go away autism is a part of a child life like say for example like sensory issues with loud noises or flashing lights and stuff even about fire drills as well to.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So true ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@solcitoespero4615]

Austism will not go away. It's a neurodivergency. The brain is wired in a different way and that's for all life long. Your kid will do well in life. He's clearly level 1 and may need a little assistance just for social manners, but he'll be autonomous. You'd better check if he's adhd. If so you can provide extra help for him to be able to be more focused.

[@MaeChandler-o7p]

@@solcitoespero4615 when I got my autism diagnosis a year after my ADHD diagnosis, they wiped any record of ADHD. So, I only got treated for it for about a year. It would have been nice to be able to pay attention in school.

[@joshuanutter5454]

He is making such great progress! He still has the hands and the tongue going, plus repeating every word. I would say more like he has figured out how to hide it by watching the other children he’s around. My lil guy just started counting to 20 and saying (most) his ABCs! It so exciting to finally get to hear his voice! Y’all are amazing! Keep up the great work! We are blessed with angels!

[@7Aheadfamily]

We’re glad to hear about your little guy!

[@7Aheadfamily]

That’s so awesome!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for watching and commenting ❤️

[@Emily-t3z]

No cure for autism. I’m 32 and have been autistic all my life.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So true!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for watching and commenting ❤️

[@casey-zd5mj]

it may potentially be resolved with gene therapy or finding a compound autistic people are deficient in, who really knows.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yeah, I think this video may help you understand a little more…

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@lesongsensorytoy]

This is a great discussion. As a researcher in a related field, even now as a toy designer, I don't seem to have the answers, and many of the patients I've come in contact with feel like they are doing very well, but you still still know that they are still going to be different, just worse or better, and that's the only way I can go about it in a general way.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@lauriewromar5478]

Regarding the last video that was shown to us. I’m very impressed with your kid. Putting autism outside the conversation, and simply watching that interaction, I saw a smiling boy. He was tired, wanting to watch a show, and not in the mood for conversation, yet he still smiled at you every single time he turned to you. Your lucky to have such a smiley kid. My little is not like that, and is naturally more neutral faced. He seems like an incredibly sweet boy.

[@7Aheadfamily]

thank you ❤️ yes Simon‘s personality is truly special.

[@lovisaricks9168]

I believe autism is how your brain works. If the negative effects go to a calm that doesn't mean they are no longer autistic, it just means they have the help they need. During a stressful time the sighs will come back.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@GalesPress]

❤You’ve phrased so well what I was trying to figure out how to say. An autistic person does not have a neurotypical way of thinking; there is a different brain structure, and often it seems their are differences in chemical processing (as in medication response or other) . So there are things that irritate and interfere with smooth handling of the differences, that can make life much worse, or that do worsen comorbidities, and there are ways to make it better. There are also plus sides to different ways of thinking and processing. People usually don’t want to change who they are, though some might, but many would like to have the environment be less challenging to their system.

[@GriseldaMolina-q6u]

You two are lovely parents, love seen everywhere. Glad you guys posted this video.

[@7Aheadfamily]

You are so kind❤️

[@valt72]

my son was diagnosed with level 1 at age 3 At age 10, he did not meet criteria for autism. It doesn't mean his autism is gone away. It means because of daily therapies since 2 years old and his masking and knowing expectation form him at the testing, he did not meet sufficient criteria to have autism.

[@7Aheadfamily]

thanks for sharing ❤️

[@elhamfallah5811]

Please share us about the details of what you did for him.

[@MaeChandler-o7p]

Masking is literally what autistic people do. Do you not want him to qualify for the accommodations he may need as autistic student? Because that can lead to burnout.

[@Pw1zoLive]

He defo does have asd he just has low level asd but it's Defo there . When I was trying to get diagnosed the teachers refused to provide evidence for it because they didn't think I had it and then I moved school and within a year I got diagnosed . Its nice to see he's progressing this quickly 😊

[@7Aheadfamily]

Agreed!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience on the topic ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Much appreciated ❤️

[@lfcreations8718]

9:04 Yeah, that’s offensive to me. I’m ADHD I suspect I’m Autistic, going for adult assessment in December. IMO Autism does suppress certain aspects one day, the next day, can be a completely different story. You, and all other YT creators that are Autistic themselves or have family members who are Autistic, are impressive. I am so blessed that I came across your channel when I did. Your loving charity you give to your kids is absolutely stunning. You have given me a better outlook on my life.

[@serenast.germain3469]

This I can completely understand. Be grateful you can get tested. Where are you located. I’m in British Columbia Canada. If you an adult. Even just turned 19 here. You have to pay for all the assessments.

[@lfcreations8718]

@ I’m here in Utah. I’ve been able to find someone who will do it online for me that takes my insurance. So, instead of having to pay thousands, I’m paying $360 out of pocket.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing that. That means a lot ❤️.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So true, yes, there are a lot of great opportunities in the United States for autistic evaluation, especially when younger.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Nice 👍

[@SMBiggestFan]

It doesn’t go away that’s the worst part 😢 I have PDD-NOS but every time I go out to public, people can’t tell I have it.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for sharing your story. ❤️

[@Sharoina]

Hello friends love your family 🙏🏾truly God blessed indeed

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Same to you ❤️

[@GuitarGirl_Sophia]

I’m an 18 year old female who is seeking an autism assessment. I love neuroscience and psychology and I’ve thought that I may be autistic since I was 9 years old. When I tried bringing this up to my father multiple times, he said I’m “too smart” to have autism. I just wanted to say thank you for supporting both of your sons regardless of the presentation of their autism. I wish my parents were more like you.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing. ❤❤❤

[@cindyhoomalu1566]

I can see autism in the video. It is mild, like my son’s autism. I love that he is doing so well! 💜

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you watching and commenting ❤️

[@bosssub-master6799]

18:56 I'm a 14 year old girl and my parents just took off my door so I already didn't feel safe at home because if I cry I get made fun of by my dad and brother. Now however, I feel more unsafe than ever. If I do ANYTHING out of the ordinary, I get blasted with "This is why you need medicine." "Maybe we should send you off to the hospital so they can figure out what's wrong with you." or "What's wrong with you?!" ( All in a really aggressive tone. ) I will get assessed (for autism) on Dec 10 2024. Maybe then they'll understand. Thank you for trying and making an effort to get on your kids levels. Ya'll are great parents, all your kids are lucky to have you especially Simon and Ezra.

[@7Aheadfamily]

I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling unsafe at home. That's really tough. Just remember, it's important to express your feelings and seek support from responsible adults when you need it. You're not alone in this. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help. ❤❤❤

[@bosssub-master6799]

@7Aheadfamily Thanks for letting me know that someone cares. You're all such great people, but at the moment there's not much that can happen that'll make my parents understand. I mean my mom is bipolar and of meds so she has crazy mood swings. She's always physically pulling or pushing me around, then gaslighting me "I never pushed you." No matter how hard I try not to run away or scream when I'm having an attack or meltdown at school I can't. It's really hard to find a person in her. I mean she's a good person but if I can't render someone as good or bad, then I just get confused. Life is weird, life is hard, I'm sure it'll get better someday, but for now school is the only safe place in my world.

[@sarajoygollings3458]

Sending you love. I am thrilled for you for seeking and scheduling an assessment! The taking the door off your room is a red flag to me. I hope you find the answers you need right now.

[@bosssub-master6799]

@@sarajoygollings3458 Thank you so much that really helps. You're making me happy stim right now. I have the 1st consulting session in 30 minutes.

[@jeanettesdaughter]

These parents are abusive. I wish so much better for this child. It is truly amazing that she can advocate for herself in this unloving home. Darling children who suffer, know this: “ it wouldn’t matter what your diagnosis is, when your parents have problems more severe than yours, you have to hold on and learn as much as you can. Stay safe at school and keep telling, just keep saying. Someone will hear you and intervene on your behalf. Your life can get better. There are still kind and intelligent people around you. You are brave and your courage is noticeable. “

[@lovisaricks9168]

When Simon is excited he stems. That is an autistic trait.

[@7Aheadfamily]

True ❤️

[@alpheusmadsen8485]

One of the diagnostic criteria for autism diagnosis is that it must "interfere with important life functions". Under this standard I would *not* have been diagnosed while in school -- the combination of stimulation and schedule seemed to match my autism and ADHD needs perfectly -- but the lack of social skills and need to mask would lead me to a decade and a half of cycles of undiagnosed autistic burnout, difficulty focusing on boring-to-me tasks, difficulty in starting and stopping tasks, and difficulty finding work when unemployed. (I only realized I was autistic this February, ADHD this April, and formally diagnosed with both this November, though I'm still waiting for the formal report.) Thus, I think it's dangerous to not recognize autism in people when it "doesn't" affect "normal" living. I have an autistic daughter with an IEP. It can be a pain to deal with the rigidity of that structure. I have another daughter recently diagnosed, but we've been hesitant in initiating an IEP, because of the issues and hassle involved. Overall, I have come to the conclusion that the biggest problems with education stem from the belief that every individual progresses at the same rate, and if one doesn't, for whatever reason, something is "wrong" with that person if they are off track, whether ahead, or behind, or both. We really ought to scrap grades (for both years and subjects), go back to a one-room-schoolhouse system, and only advance students at their own pace, when they have demostrated the needed ability and knowledge.

[@brittanydaniels1102]

The USA does not need to go back to one room schools because that is taking the US education system way too back.

[@kathyh.1720]

I think we should get rid of the grades (1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.) and just let students learn each subject at their own pace. The benefit of the one-room schoolhouse was that the students who knew a subject could help the students who didn't know that subject.

[@kathyh.1720]

@@brittanydaniels1102 My brother-in-law attended a one-room schoolhouse in Vermont in the 1960's.

[@7Aheadfamily]

thank you for your perspective and for sharing your story. ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

I think your Spot On

[@kellymcdonnell2271]

I hate hearing "cured" in regards to ASD, as a girl I think it's more like "high level masking". I agree with others, meeting or exceeding expectations could mean properly supported or in academics show that a fixation might appear in that area. While I love that Simon is meeting his developmental expectations, I think both boys (E&S) are doing fantastic and will be the best thems they can be.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Agreed!

[@staceyruwoldt9158]

I love how you broke this down the explanation and clips thanks so much for sharing 🥰😘 One thing I know as a Autistic adult.. That with the autism braintype, you definitely can't always tell if somebody's autistic just by a first glace, or even within a..... Few minutes of interacting with someone

[@7Aheadfamily]

thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@7Aheadfamily]

appreciate you sharing your story, very insightful and helpful for all of us. ❤️

[@staceyruwoldt9158]

@@7Aheadfamily you are very welcome it is my absolute pleasure 🥰🥰♡♡ I'm so pleased that it is helpful said with love and kindness 🙂 .. I get really excited when it comes to music it just makes me very enthusiastic and euphoric where I get all this energy, just..... Basically bouncing off the walls with pure bliss that is at least how autism manifests in myself the vast- majority of the.. Time it is invisible 😘♡♡ If I play- down my emotions in public whenever I feel really euphoric and excited, then it'd be much harder..... For anyone to be able to notice my differences at all

[@LoanaLalonde]

Once Autism always Autism. Never goes way I’m mild autism and didn’t go away.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@annyeonghaseyo7]

When people meet a child for five minutes and make an opinion based on that. When the only thing people associate with autism is hand flapping and lack of eye contact and say things based on that. "He doesn't look autistic, he's looking at me fine". People saying "you didn't get this in my day or so many kids are getting diagnosed autistic these days" trust me, it was around, and kids are getting diagnosed because resources and recognition is better. "You're being too soft. Say no. Don't tolerate that behaviour" no thanks, random stranger, I won't punish my child for struggling with their emotions and their surroundings. Also hate unwanted advice like "back in my day, this is how I was disciplined.. blah blah" thankyou random stranger! Your input is appreciated!

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@melissachrest8672]

We had the same thing happen with our son. He was in a special class, for children under 3, with the county. Then, he was evaluated for the next level, kids 3-5 years old, and they said he didn't meet the requirements because he didn't show signs of an "educational" delay. So, we've been left on our own since then. He's 5 now and I'm homeschooling him. Most people don't think he's autistic because he is so social, but we can see it. Best of luck! Also, we're back in the system with our youngest, a 10 month old. He's getting help for gross motor delays, but I have suspected he's like his brother since about the time he turned 7 weeks old.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you sharing your story, it is so good to hear from others how things are going for them.

[@JennyField-l5t]

In the clip with the tv, the way he answers questions and all his mannerisms are so similar to my 6yr old who has diagnosed ADHD and is now going through autism assessment.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yeah. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@hornshowrailfan2554]

No, unfortunately, his Autism is not gonna go away completely. But that doesn't mean he won't improve throughout his life if he has proper support. He has come so far.

[@7Aheadfamily]

thanks for being a member of the channel!

[@7Aheadfamily]

agreed and thanks for watching and commenting ❤️

[@karlaesta4843]

I saw several little things that point to autistic traits for sure. I think Simon is very very good as masking.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Agreed!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@thomasschoeck9080]

Also, I should mention that in the travel video (around last Summer or maybe last Autumn, I forget) it sounded like Ezra was saying “Yeah” when he arrived at his grandmother’s house. I noticed that when Simon says “Yeah” it sounds like when Ezra seems to say it but it’s more subtle. That could be an indication of Simon’s autism. There’s enough similarity in how Simon says some of his words that I used to wonder about whether Simon could have apraxia. I realized that he does not when he started preschool but the similarities are still noticeable. It looks like Simon and Ezra might both have a speech impediment in common but with Simon it’s more subtle. Simon still struggles with his rs (like I do even now in my late 40s) and if Ezra eventually starts talking more he will probably eventually struggle with his rs.

[@JennyField-l5t]

What I noticed in the video is that although Simon responded to you, he barely looked at you the whole time, he didn't look at the phone then look at you, back to phone etc. I'm tired so I can't think of the term....not joint attention but similar. He also repeated some things back to you. Am I on the right track 🤔🙈

[@meisha27801]

Hope you have a great day and god bless you bless you ❤❤❤

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much! Wishing you a fantastic day as well!

[@SmilingBeaver-ou7nc]

Your wonderful parents, and yes Simon has autism . He's so curious and animated we love to watch him interact with you all. I have bipolar disorder, and there is no cure for that either, and I cringe when people say " You dont look like anything is wrong with you". There's so much stigma out there for any of us dealing with challenge's. Love and Hugs to your Family 💙🤗

[@7Aheadfamily]

Your comment is heartfelt and beautifully put. Stigma around mental health and neurodivergence can be so harmful, but your openness helps break barriers and fosters understanding. Simon’s curiosity and animation are wonderful traits, and he’s surrounded by love and support. Sending love and hugs back! 🤗

[@JonBrase]

9:59 To be autistically blunt about it, I'm fairly certain you don't have 3 children without autism. Marie in particular is very stimmy and is getting to the age where female bullying really starts to take off and girls start to really have trouble with masking stress. It's probably a good idea to have her evaluated. I can't guarantee she'd be diagnosed, but with autism in the family and her showing at least some signs, and given the amount of stress late-diagnosed autistic women generally report having dealt with in their teens, I think it's worth investigating.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yeah, you’re right. Definitely something we should keep an 👁️ on for sure. ❤️

[@thomasschoeck9080]

I would say it’s definitely worth looking into. My sister is level one and she was only diagnosed at age thirteen or fourteen. Before that she was erroneously labeled as stubborn, spoiled, and schizophrenic. It turns out that she’s not schizophrenic and people are most likely also wrong about the first two.

[@7missy7]

My son qualified for many therapies when he was younger, then by the age of 3 "caught up." We were so happy, but the problem is that when the therapies stopped, he stopped progressing as his peers did.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Sorry to hear that. When was the last time you looked into grants, benefits, and Medicaid? It is something we often speak about in our ASD club. Love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️❤️

[@lusoroofing5221]

Sounds like really promising news and your son is growing a lot. Amazing! Question I have for you is have their been many children that were diagnosed with autism and then not have autism diagnosis later???

[@7Aheadfamily]

if someone is properly diagnosed, they will always have autism. Simon will always be autistic, but someone who is not trained and has not gone through a full evaluation with him may not pick that up.

[@mrprogamer3070]

Like you said lots of times when you have autism you have it for life.

[@zeabannister]

No your don't have it for a life

[@j.w2000]

​@@zeabannisteryou do have autism for life as I am an autistic adult and have had it since I was a child.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@7Aheadfamily]

Autism is a neurological disorder. Autism spectrum disorder is not something that comes and goes. Either you are autistic or you aren’t. There are times in people’s lives when they may seem less autistic. This could be because they are masking, or because the symptoms aren’t as obvious to the outsider. But just ask any autistic person, they are still autistic. I believe we talk about that a little bit in this video as well…

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@surv2239]

My grandsons had their IEPs dumbed down/ changed without original needs and goals met and then we found out that the reason was that they'd lost their funding. There's no cure, progression doesn't mean cure. We have many things that children learn wanting more acceptance from others and a desire to be like those they see on TV. Masking is what he's learned to excell. He's still autistic. It was the Seattle Children's Autism Center that said there's no cure there's only ability to learn to function they were angry about the IEP issues. We don't get the therapy because state medical insurance doesn't really work with everyone they should and it's very difficult. Aba never stops it is to change in the amount of and type of supports able to have given. I believe that they are reaccessing children so they can stop programs. I homeschool my grandsons now full time.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your experience. It’s crucial to advocate for the needs of our children, and it sounds like you’re doing an incredible job navigating these challenges while homeschooling your grandsons. We're sorry to hear that the school system hasn't been helping you guys as much.

[@lucianaioanasoare8905]

Intonation specific to high functioning or asperges, flipping hands revealing anxiety and a stimming methods autistic children do to regulate

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@thomasschoeck9080]

A few minutes ago I just asked Microsoft Copilot at what age toddlers stop duplicating words (specifically asking about when they usually stop saying “car car” and when they start consistently saying “car” instead). Copilot answered that you usually see this around age three. This confirms what I have mentioned in some earlier comments about Simon’s speech being around a year behind his peers. His speech has improved lately by quite a bit. He usually uses complete sentences now but I would still be surprised if his speech isn’t still a bit behind his peers (perhaps by up to six to twelve months). Therefore I would expect that he would still need some speech therapy even at this point. Also, I’ve mentioned in some previous comments that it looks like he still needs to work on his rs and speech therapy should help with this. I have not seen him interact with anyone outside the family recently so I don’t know where his social skills are at this point. Maybe in a future video you can show him interacting with some other kids his own age. Maybe you can show how he interacts with neurotypical kids versus other kids who are on the spectrum.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your insights! It's great to hear that Simon’s speech is improving. Every child develops at their own pace, and speech therapy can be really beneficial. I appreciate your suggestions for future videos!

[@KatyaNikolova-e6y]

How did you get Simon to answer questions? Did you follow his lead or did ABA approach kind of therapy? My son is also 4, he’s starting to talk in 3-word phrases but doesn’t answer questions yet. You guys are great, thank you so much!

[@7Aheadfamily]

ABA helped a lot. But we also always used a play based approach to ABA. That way he gets to decide what to do next and the therapist would let him ask for breaks too. He was more interested in answering questions if he felt in intrinsic motivation to do so. So if the question was about something that he really liked doing or something that he was really interested in then that helped him answer the question.

[@KatyaNikolova-e6y]

@ Thank you so much for getting back to me! 🍀❤️

[@cindyhoomalu1566]

My son is 14, and he can appear to be a typically developing kid. He does a good job masking when out in public until his big emotions are triggered. He started talking around age 4, at least that’s when it started making sense. Even in kindergarten I couldn’t get answers about his day at school or what happened in an event that upset him. Now he talks ALL the time. Mostly about what he is interested in, but is able to focus on other things when needed.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So awesome!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you watching and commenting. Also sharing your story! It is so good to hear so many different perspectives.

[@mrprogamer3070]

You deserve 1 million subscribers to all the new people subscribe to them.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@lifewithadisability8824]

My boyfriend has autism but he’s very independent they call it borderline autistic

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@KV-gth]

Hi. It's feels great to hear about Simon's progress. I hope some day we hear the same thind about my child. I want to join your club, but I cannot. I live in Iran, where we have problem to connet to the club and also I don't have credit card. Is there anyway that I can pay by digital currencies?

[@7Aheadfamily]

I’m sure we can work something out.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@KV-gth]

Thanks a lot. I sent an email right now ❤❤.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@tracyharvey1024]

Simon's great progress is due to the fact that he got therapies early which is key. It is very sad that insurance companies don't understand the importance of continuing those therapies. If you are not home schooling, you may want to pursue a 504 plan when he goes to kindergarten. If he still does not qualify for an IEP it will allow him some accommodations and or curriculum modifications. As far as the video goes, it seems that he flicks his fingers as a stim. Good luck and keep up the awesome progress Simon!😊

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for the tip! navigating grants, benefits, and Medicaid can feel overwhelming. We often discuss these topics in our sessions. Love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️❤️

[@quadfunpi]

When I observe my grandson, I can't tell for sure. He goes to speech therapy and OT therapy once per week. The speech teacher couldn't quite place him either, and that is why she suggested OT. She wanted to have someone to talk with about him. My grandson is not like the other kids that go to therapy. He will be 3 in January and couldn't get evaluated until this next spring. The thing is, by the time he gets evaluated, due to early intervention, which is good, I honestly doubt if he will be determined to be autistic. My daughter believes he is on the spectrum, but her goal is to help him be successful in school. I just think we'll know more as he gets older. I'm almost 70. In my day, it would have been behavioral or personality related.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing.❤

[@melissacooper8724]

I'm a little late to the party, but I had to really think about what to say. I'm 45 years old and was diagnosed with autism at age 3. I'm on the mild spectrum and have progressed well. I've been working in retail for 26 years and still going strong. Anyway, I know that autism can not be cured or something you outgrow. It's a lifelong thing.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes it is. Thank you so much for sharing. ❤❤❤

[@thomasschoeck9080]

This morning I was asking Microsoft Copilot about how much regression in speech and toilet training one might expect to see in connection with the changes in routine that a four-year-old with level one autism, PDA, and no intellectual delay might experience in two possible scenarios: 1. No therapy and no autism preschool This can result in a complete loss of nighttime toilet training, speech can drop off up to ten or fifteen percent (if not twenty percent) and daytime toilet training can drop off by a similar amount. 2. No therapy but autism preschool continues In this instance the decrease in daytime toilet training and speech will likely be more modest perhaps as little as five to ten percent. There’s still a fairly decent chance that he’ll still lose his nighttime training, though , so be ready for that. Not to worry, though, Copilot indicated based on its training data that for a four-year-old with his diagnosis you can see average daytime toilet usage as low as eighty to eight-five percent and he would still be considered toilet trained. One caveat is that I did not specify late fours instead of early fours. That might change the numbers a bit. Therefore 85 to 90 percent daytime toilet usage is probably about the lowest amount you would want to go for. For other situations where flexibility might be needed like family outings, nighttime, long car rides, traffic jams, or anything potentially stressful (like a doctor’s appointment) something like a Huggies Pull-Up or a Pampers Easy Up might be a good thing to have. He might prefer Easy Ups because most of them have either Bluey or PJ Masks characters on them. In either case the nighttime products (when one exists and is available) can be good for either daytime or nighttime use. You may want to get the nighttime ones (when you have a choice of daytime vs nighttime) because they can hold more liquid. For long car rides without disposable training pants something like a car seat protector could be a good thing to have. To keep track of where Simon is training-wise and to let him see where he is in this area a potty training chart that keeps track of his daytime toilet usage (and any other relevant skills that you decide to include) would be a good thing to have.

[@7Aheadfamily]

thank you for sharing!

[@flxmkr]

He does the same thing with his tongue that I’ve always done with mine. Apparently I used to flap my hands at my shoulder, because years ago, when I was 12 my grandmother made a comment that Mom reacted to and it initially confused me, but then I forgot all about it until about a month ago. She told me, “When you were little, you used to flitter your wings like a bird!…flitter like a little bird!” She put her hands up to her shoulder, demonstrating as she flapped her hands. I thought this comment had to do with what my grandmother called “bird claws” when I was born at 5 lbs, and had very thin fingers. Then Mom said, “Don’t get her started on that again, Mother”, then she told me, “Don’t get started on that again!” I asked, “Get started on what?”, and she dismissed it, “Never mind”. I asked again and she sent me out of the kitchen. I understand why Mom was trying to cut my wings. I have restlessness in my arms, and that motion actually feels good. It tightens up my arm muscles while loosening up my hands and fingers. I stopped the arm bending years ago, but when I’m alone, I violently shake my hands and fingers. My husband caught me doing it once, and laughed. He said it looked like my hands were going to fall off. So I’m thinking that even as a very young child I had to hide my excitement. My parents were very big on acting normal, instead of “a raving maniac”, as Dad would often put it. So when I was in public or with other people, I contained my excitement to my tongue, moving it quickly back and forth, bouncing my tongue off the inside of my bottom teeth. My parents weren’t “bad people”; they just followed the strict social rules we all had back then. TV shows seemed to pave the road of “normalcy” back then; and it wasn’t until the internet began showing us that all our weird feelings and actions weren’t so weird, after all. You can train the display out of us, but you can’t control our anxiety, anger and OCD that we feel inside.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So true!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing your story ❤️

[@serenast.germain3469]

Ya but that’s the thing, Autism is a Developmental Disability and it doesn’t go away. You have it all your life. I have FASD, Also a developmental disability I don’t quite know how it impacts me. It impacts my memory, communication. I also have ADHD, none of this goes away. I wish it did

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️.

[@7Aheadfamily]

You are correct ❤️ thanks for commenting and watching the video.

[@alanbuechler]

Honestly, I believe Autism never goes away being a teenager with it today I'd say that Simon could still have Autism. I also agree with Lauvreede3003's comment on how Autism cannot be cured or be overcome because Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder and not some kind of virus that is there. So, even with the printer reaction, Simon could still be fidgeting behind the scenes and it wouldn't be seen. Addon: Why I hate hearing cured or healed is because most people would think that Autism has been cured or healed but it never will be and will stay like a never leaving best friend.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

I think your perspective is Spot On

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you sharing your story, many perspectives helps people see and understand even better ❤️

[@zakadams762]

You both have such an awesome relationship. I hope I can find a nice woman that I can honor properly. I want to have a family or something that makes me feel close to people and like i matter

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you. We wish that for you too

[@mariagusman6949]

I’m 53 and late diagnosed. I love my Autistic brain and wouldn’t want to be Neurotypical. I feel my relationship with myself is profoundly fulfilling, tightly bonded and intrinsically accepting. I only have trouble with my Sentience in relation to everything external to me. So many therapies are designed for us to integrate, but that’s just a one way merge into the Neurotypical highway of life. Therapies and success often mean we never get to turn around and go home, and isolate and gaslight us when we intuit that everything is actually wrong. And we are encouraged to keep driving straight ahead. The best thing I ever did for myself was to take the exit onto the road to research and diagnosis. Now I look at my assessment under treatment and I’m told I should take classes to help me socialize in accordance to my society’s standard. I know some of what that looks like and it feels cringy and upsetting to do. Just thoughts of having to fake interest or pretend I’m happy and smiley causes panic and disregulation. Confusing amounts of fear and disgust. Like fingernails scratching a chalkboard, only for having to act fake instead of authentic. I have never been able to have a friend enter my home to visit me. Not even most of my family. It’s my wish that Neurotypicals will have to start taking classes and courses about the real, genuine Autistic experience so that they can accommodate us as well. That highway that only goes one way, can never show the residents what the other part of the world looks like. Feels like. Sounds like. Not just Sensory wise, but culturally. There’s an untaught, unspoken kinship that all Autistics share without ever previously meeting. I wish the world would just let us be who we are. And join us in our beautiful minds. Please pull your kids out of ABA. Let them be autistic. If you must have intervention, let it be by other autistic people. Let them grow into who they are authentically meant to be.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences! It's so important to embrace our authentic selves and advocate for understanding and acceptance in society. Your insight sheds light on the need for a more inclusive approach to autism and that is what our channel is all about! The ABA we use is play based and very different from what most think of with ABA. You can see more on that with these videos...

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@littlejonathorn6860]

A few things…. (1) Simon might just be at a different level of care. (1, 2, 3, etc.) Signs of Autism are present and I didn’t pick up on it. (2) Autism never really goes away, as a person learns and develops into an adult some of the Autism traits suppress or calm down if not increase in my opinion. It differs between every person. (3) Simon is still very young. Most people who show signs of being on the spectrum either, mask or don’t show till they are 10. For some its sooner. (Age is everything). 4) As far as the video goes. 6:31 I just see a happy/excited and interested Simon. (I don’t see any signs of Autism atm in this scene 🎬). *All kids are curious and act like Simon at this age. I did. 9:06 5) Turn offs: People taking Pictures of me and the killer, being called “Normal or Special.”

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing your insights ❤️. We always appreciate your great thoughts ❤️

[@thebannings6176]

I have autistic children. I think it is very clearly evident that Simon dsrling abd precious and definitely autistic. I'm sorry they're stopping his services. Things get alot harder for autistic children as social demands increase.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing. ❤❤❤

[@melanytodd2929]

This is terrifying for me. My son was undiagnosed. 26 years ago, in South Africa 🇿🇦, it wasn't that well known. 'Quirky' or 'naughty' came up often, tho... (specifically during meltdowns). I wish he had been diagnosed. He has serious mental health issues as a result. 😢

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing this. ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

We agree, recognizing and getting the diagnosis really helps everyone understand and best facilitate growth, learning, progress, and the help and understanding that is needed.

[@melanytodd2929]

Please pursue this🙏❣️ The stress of masking, and the lack 9f knowledge of what the child is going through, is terrifying. My son was severely bullied at high school. He masked. Academically, he did well. He was in the A waterpolo team. Then... he crashed. Since a suicide attempt 10 years ago, he's got steadily worse. At the beginning of this year, he was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. Autism doesn't dissappear. It goes deeper underground. Please, parents ( the people reading this) advocate for your child. They are not, and NEVER WILL BE able to do that for themselves.😢

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️. Many prayers and blessings for your child. Yes, getting the help and support is so important.

[@sarafrolander2266]

I am struggling so much because I just got diagnosed with ASD level 1 and ADHD at 32 years old and I think that my two girls have it too. The problem is that I don't have any experiance with neurotypical kids and their teachers don't see it. BUT they always comment on my kids' cute/unusuall behaviour that is really signs of autism 🙃 and my oldest who is now five is learning to mask really fast! She now comes home and cries until she passes out on the couch, just like I did 😢

[@7Aheadfamily]

Sorry to hear about your oldest and thank you for sharing. Love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️❤️

[@MVance-k9p]

Refer to Tony Attwood. Certain presentations of autism can be reduced as we learn coping mechanisms to reduce intensity and learn the neurotypical language. A person can present as subclinical in the symptoms according to diagnostic criteria. The genetics and physical brain configuration that is autism will never change. No cure for a difference in cognition. In my life experience, managing intensity is key to a better life. We're being judged as being deficient and diseased by a neurotypical standard. I'm a swan not a duck. What do you expect?

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your insights! It's important to recognize that everyone's journey is unique, and understanding different presentations of autism can lead to better awareness and acceptance.❤❤

[@ReineDeLaSeine14]

Later on, if Simon needs help and he doesn’t need an IEP, he can get what’s called a 504 plan that grants accomodations within mainstream education. I had one when I was in school

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes, we will get one of those. 😊

[@sabrina19ization]

Simon is doing great he's got Jesus watching over him ❤

[@7Aheadfamily]

So true!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@sabrina19ization]

@7Aheadfamily I believe Jesus worked a miracle

[@7Aheadfamily]

That is true for sure!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@kaylaports4449]

As an autistic adult who is between level 1 and 2 I will say this. Autism level one doesn’t really become prominent to others until age 8-10. Four year olds may play together but not actually know how to play. By the time your child is older than the signs become more obvious because the social rules are more complex such as eye contact. I thought that meant staring someone in the eyes during the length of an interview and not occasionally looking at someone’s eyes I failed many interviews when job searching because of this. When talking I look at people’s mouths, because I can tell emotions that way instead of looking at eyes which is very weird to me. Once he gets older the traits will become more obvious.

[@7Aheadfamily]

thank you so much for sharing your perspective!

[@7Aheadfamily]

spot On and very appreciated. 😊

[@thomasschoeck9080]

If you watch some episodes of Caillou, for example, you will notice that Caillou often struggles in social situations. It is common for viewers to attribute this to how he is raised. However, if you look at where his social skills are compared to Leo and Clementine (for example in the episode where he accidentally breaks Clementine’s bucket) one could make a good case that he is probably somewhere on the spectrum. Also, later in the series when a character who is officially on the spectrum (I don’t remember that character’s name right now) is introduced Caillou is the only one in the play school who understands that character almost immediately (at least compared to his peers). To me that suggests that he knows what that character is experiencing based on his own experiences. Caillou is young enough, though, that if he is on the spectrum no one has noticed yet. I would say that if Simon’s social skills are behind Caillou’s he probably still needs some type of services. That being said it’s good that he’s still in preschool and that will probably help him to fill in some of the gaps in the meantime.

[@7Aheadfamily]

You bring up some really interesting points about Caillou's character and his social interactions! It's fascinating to see how children's shows can reflect deeper issues and help us understand different experiences.

[@GriseldaMolina-q6u]

Can you please share the link of Dr Spinlove that you mentionn at the end of your video. I coudlnt find it. Thank you.

[@7Aheadfamily]

You bet!

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@ProudCanadian-vv6bk]

It is possible you are seeing things through a different lens due to experience?

[@wmlove67]

I’d love to talk to you guys sometime. I’d love to know how to call in on your program. Can you let me know how? My grandson was diagnosed with high functioning autism six months ago at age 9. Only because of some struggles in school. I’m his grandmother and he lives with us. His other grandparents doubt the diagnosis. I’ve suspected his diagnosis since age three but others don’t. I don’t even know if I completely understand how they scored him. I have so many questions.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Sure! Would love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️❤️

[@5p674]

It is quite possible that many of these "cures" are the result of a mistaken diagnosis of autism. My son was diagnosed with autism at the age of 5, mainly because of his constant spinning of toys and objects and his not being able to focus on anything that wasn't in motion. His diagnosis was later changed to OCD.

[@crisscross1130]

Yea! I think that mental health screening tools have holes in them. If a child has mild symptoms they can be mistakenly diagnosed.

[@7Aheadfamily]

very good point. All diagnoses are not created equal for sure. With Simon, however, Dr. Spendlove was really incredible.

[@7Aheadfamily]

yeah, and that is why we recommend usually getting a second opinion if possible

[@aspengerman9782]

That happened to me. I never got special ed, I qualified in a private school with like 6 other kids where I learned how to get by in a place where 1:1 support was available when needed. I no longer qualified when I was taken to a new school and retested because my parents couldn’t afford it and couldn’t homeschool me more than the 1 year between. I never finished high school because I spent the last 2 years of it in psychiatric hospitals and residential treatment. I am level 1 but I have several meltdowns a week and don’t do anything like going out and some Adls. I have not been able to speak for a year and a half. I can’t get a job with my lifelong special interest and being immersed in only disability stuff made that my new interest and I hate it so much and can’t get rid of it. I know that a lot of the help available is just as harmful or worse than nothing so I can’t say I wish I was in special education but I wish I had advocates who told me what I had and what it meant and got me in helpful help no matter how hard it was. I’ve wanted to die since I was 10 because of this. Please do whatever you can to keep him in any services that help him be more regulated and communicative. You are doing so good

[@7Aheadfamily]

We appreciate you sharing your story with us. Thank you. Sometimes it can be tough to figure out which treatment is the best and sometimes it just boils down to trial and error. Many people in our ASD club are autistic and share valuable advice to parents and others. Feel free to check it out over here: www.7-ahead.com/asdclub

[@thomasschoeck9080]

My mother says that I had some speech therapy about once or twice a week (for around forty-five minutes to an hour per session) when I was three years old but even though I have some verifiable memories from this period I don’t remember this.

[@7Aheadfamily]

That’s surprising, you remember about everything. 😊

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for sharing ❤️

[@thomasschoeck9080]

@ My sister had a regression in her speech and other areas when she was around three-and-a-half (shortly before I was born) and by around age four her speech, toilet training, and other skills pretty much came back to where they were before the regression. I wonder if my sister was actually the one who had a speech therapist who came to the house at that age about twice a week and they just remembered it as me having one for some reason. I think it’s possible. Sometimes when I talk to them on the phone they call me by her name (and vice versa).

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@aaronleek3745]

Yeah I think he has it I have a autistic I’ve got a cousin who is and he seems just like your boy

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you watching and commenting ❤️

[@markgremlin666]

He never lose being autistic, his face expressions showed, and autistic people are very intelligent some people can mask there autism, I pleased he doing well in life but hopefully he will not go into regestion as he lost all and can't adjust to the change

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@j.w2000]

I am not a clinical psychologist but I have done my level 2 health and social care and have worked with autistic children hence why I know he's defenetly still autistic plus I am am Autistic as well, plus autism is lifelong and is incurable, I am not judging here, I'm just posting what you have asked for and giving my opinion

[@j.w2000]

I am currently working on my level 3 health and social care

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing this ❤️. We appreciate it.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ so awesome to have people like you in the community. ❤️

[@j.w2000]

@@7Aheadfamily no problem!

[@j.w2000]

❤️

[@Tigirlyly]

The tongue movement is a stim. IEP requires an intellectual delay. However he may need a 504 at school for accommodations in the future.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for watching and commenting!❤️❤️❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes, we will be utilizing a 504. 😊

[@thomasschoeck9080]

When I was in school I had an IEP because they thought I had an intellectual delay. It looked this way for two reasons. First, I was level two during childhood and my social skills at age ten were roughly those of a four-year-old. Second, I have a speech impediment that affects how I pronounce my rs and some people (even now) mistake it for baby talk. Eventually an IQ test showed that my IQ is actually in the mid-120s.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing!

[@astraaj435]

It's rather triggering the phrase itself "no longer autistic" because it's nowhere possible. Autism is a different wiring between nerves and brain than majority of people are and it doesn't make us better or worse. But you never can change that "wiring" - there's no way that autism as a condition can change - you either are or are not autistic and that's for a lifetime. I'm autistic and rather academically bright but that doesn't remove my struggles wherever they are. There are environments and situations when you can't tell me apart from a neurotypical (as well as Simon in the episode with his brothers) but that is just because our surroundings are so inclusive and supportive that it works perfectly fine for us. That won't happen in all aspects and situations in life. There will be times he will thrive without any support and will be times when he will need accommodations.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So True! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@ji_eunique]

Love this video! I feel like I see my boy in an older version when i see cute Simon :) my boy is 2.5 yr old and diagnosed with level 1. I was curious if Simon is also a gestalt learner. When you gave the example of “asking and saying nicely”, He was super cute with mixing all the phrases that are considered nice! 😂 My boy is like that haha and our SLP confirmed that he is a gestalt learner. And I agree with you 100%. While they can mask it to “fit into” this world. Autism is not curable at this time with our current science.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes. Simon is very much that type of learner. He memorizes words then learns the meaning after.

[@AriAlt123]

I believe it’s mild I saw him fidgeting with his fingers a lot often and he screeched with excitement and smiled for the printer and then got distracted and turned away but regained interest when redirected and then seemed engaged and interested again so maybe there is some adhd inattentive subtype? If he is usually hyper or inattentive I’m not too sure based on this video but just my thoughts. My daughter has level 1 and is very fidgety with her hands and also makes a lot of noises but she also gets extremely frustrated quickly and acts younger than her age and struggles with school work and socially. It’s a bit hard to tell but I would say if he is level 1 he is doing very well which is probably due to the therapy. My daughter was just diagnosed at 6.5 years but I’ve been having suspicions since she was a baby so I’m wondering how it will be after therapy.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your insights! Every child is unique, and it’s great to hear you’re supporting your daughter through her journey. Therapy helped Simon a lot and I imagine you guys can experience the same. Love to chat more about it if it would be of interest to you... 7-ahead.com/coaching or www.7-ahead.com/asdclub ❤️❤️

[@Misszebyrobloxvideos756]

bro the people who told you that Simon is autistic are probs wrong because Simon does have autism 4:32 people has to realize just because someone is progressing as an autistic person doesnt mean they are no longer autistic if you get diagnosed with autism it doesnt go away just like that 5:37 sometimes i do that when im happy 6:03 sometimes i also act like that i also jump up and down while hand flapping but i can actually mask my autism so when im in public i try and act "normal" and no one knew i was autistic until i was 11 my first year of secondary school which i think is middle/high school for you? but got labelled as naughty until i was 12 at the end of year 7 my 1st year of secondary school (middle/high school) and now im 13 and i am at a special school you dont need to have an official diagnosis which i dont (only a EHCP to actually go to the school if that makes sense) but anyways my point is autism cant go away and there is a word called masking so the people who told you Simon doesnt fit the autism stuff/ is no long autistic clearly doesnt know what masking is

[@7Aheadfamily]

So true! Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@7Aheadfamily]

It is very helpful to see many different perspectives.

[@Misszebyrobloxvideos756]

@@7Aheadfamily i have a bit of trauma from when i was in year 7 still because i got told by 1 teacher i would get sent to a troubled school and because i would do something to myself like when i would do s/h from being called the naughty kid and stuff i got told by the same teacher that i would get sent away so i defiantly wish i unmasked sooner so i wouldn't have to go through all that but now my sister is she is 12 and going through the same :( (she might have adhd though) and the school she is at (my old school) thinks shes copying me and my parents doesnt want her their any longer because they are tired of hearing the school say that she is copying me like i dont have signs she has so i kind of am not in the right place right now because the things she tells me :(

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for watching and commenting ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you sharing your story, and many blessings for you and your sister ❤️. Let us know if there’s anything we can do to help out.

[@Lillian-z1h]

And the way he communicates to you

[@claribelsalcedo6548]

He's still Autistic in my opinion and I would hate that situation because the help stops.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yeah, it’s something that we will continually have to monitor.

[@7Aheadfamily]

If he starts falling behind in an area, then we can reach out and get some more help in the future.

[@lydiaberg5392]

I think Simon has. Autism1 I see some of Simon's stems!❤😊 I think you're family is doing such a great job with all of your children! I am a special ed classroom assistant in Philadelphia School District and I work with autistic support children and I can tell you just watching the videos of you're two youngest sons I believe you are doing an amazing job with not just your two youngest sons but with all of your children.❤

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you, you’re so kind ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

And thank you so much for your service in Philadelphia, we need more good teachers for sure. ❤️

[@NathanaelLarson]

What does HPRT mean in the title?

[@7Aheadfamily]

Great Question. It is actually for the printer that we talk about in the video. :)

[@nickyh6641]

So happy to hear all the positive progress that he’s made. ❤

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes, thank you!

[@taramokhtari4674]

I would thank you for this encouraging video I hope your family the best❤ Just a question Has dear Simon ever take any medicine?

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for watching and commenting ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

Simon has not. Ezra on the other hand… We have tried and done about everything under the sun. We share a little bit about that in this video…

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@taramokhtari4674]

@@7Aheadfamily thanks a lot.

[@7Aheadfamily]

you bet!

[@NathanaelLarson]

Did Simon qualify for a 504 Plan or is he off of accommodations entirely?

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes, we do plan on doing a 504 plan when he starts kindergarten. :)

[@walpolekidscomics879]

i think it's bad they are taking away his support! Everyone has good days

[@thomasschoeck9080]

Exactly. A friend of mine has a grandson who is level two and around kindergarten age. If you catch him on a good day he will talk pretty like Simon right down to “I don’t want that! Please and thank you.”. One a bad day one of two things might happen. One possibility is that on that day he might be completely nonverbal and need to use an app to communicate. Other times he’s somewhat verbal but gets certain concepts (like potty chairs and car seats, and underwear and disposable training pants mixed up and other similar conceptual confusions). I’m currently level one and at that age I was level two and I often made virtually the same mistakes around that age. This was back during the 1980s so people (including doctors) didn’t know what to make of it yet. The bottom line is that some people function very differently from one day to another. This is sometimes more evident if one is on the spectrum.

[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@7Aheadfamily]

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[@thomasschoeck9080]

Hearing you mention when Simon said “I don’t want that!” reminds me of one of the clips on a video on the Autism Family KZbin channel(I forget which video) where one of their kids is playing the piano and you can hear Simon saying something like “I don’t want that!” in the background. The fact that Simon does this at age four as often as he does tells me that he’s probably autistic (most likely level one). On a related note I was level two during childhood (I’m currently level one) and I used to talk like Simon does pretty often until I was around ten years old or so. This is why I think it’s (at least in part) an autism symptom. Some people looking in from the outside might attribute the way that Simon talks to the effects of (supposedly) being spoiled and they might compare him to Caillou from the PBS series. It’s important to note, though that if you look at where Caillou is socially compared to his friends Leo and Clementine you can see that their social skills (and sometimes their speech) are more advanced than Caillou’s. Therefore even though Caillou was not originally intended to be a neurodiverse character he might meet the current criteria for level one autism.

[@777Pattie]

It's very sweet of you to share your experiences & thoughts with all of us. Your perspective is valued to me more because you have Autism. My young Twin Grandson (not identical) is Autistic he just turned 4yrs old. You can see the difference between the Twin boys. He's just started being more Verbal this year I think due to watching Miss Rachel here on KZbin & the rest of the household following Miss Rachael's teachings for him. Again thanks for sharing ☺️💕.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thanks for bringing that up. We love the Autism Family and they have such a good videos. We definitely recommend their channel.

[@jessicabundangkat3152]

I guess everyone just shows their traits differently he will always have it

[@7Aheadfamily]

Absolutely! Everyone has their unique way of expressing themselves, and that's what makes us all interesting.

[@abdulrazakyahuza441]

Please someone should help me. I have a 4 years autistic child with high Hyper, non- verbal, he doesn't understand command, don't understand when to go to toilet and many more. I'm from Nigeria, if any one know where I can take him for support or help me with how to support him. Parenting him is very deficult

[@thomasschoeck9080]

Given that he is not responding to traditional toilet training you might try some Elimination Communication techniques. Andrea Olson has a blog about this called Go Diaper Free. You can probably find it in any search engine of your choice. You could also ask her for any tips that she might have. When I was three-and-a-half years-old I was level two and I said some words but I wasn’t really communicating yet. After two years of not responding to any traditional toilet training methods my mother used a slightly modified version of Elimination Communication to ease me into the toilet training process over the course of about a month. The same idea might potentially work for you (to some extent). I was born back in the mid-1970s and I officially finished training in the early 1980s just before I started kindergarten. I was five years old (almost six) when I was toilet trained just well enough to get into kindergarten. By that point I was technically “trained” but accidents were still fairly common for about the next year or so. By the time I was in first grade my accident frequency dropped off more significantly. By Middle School (or the end of Elementary School) I had essentially zero daytime accidents.

[@7Aheadfamily]

It can be very difficult when there isn’t support locally. When you help and let the child regulate himself he can have less anxiety and when someone has less anxiety they learn faster. It will take a lot of repetition and building of trust, but your child can learn.

[@thomasschoeck9080]

I just asked Microsoft Copilot what HPRT stands for in terms of autism and it gave the answer of Hypoxanthine-guanine phosphoribosyltransferase (more specifically an HPRT deficiency). Is this what the video title is referring to or does it have a different meaning?

[@7Aheadfamily]

it is just referring to the printer. Sorry for the confusion

[@thomasschoeck9080]

@@7AheadfamilyI just noticed that about a minute or two ago when I looked at the video description on my computer. On my iPad video descriptions haven’t always been showing up lately in my KZbin app. The issue is intermittent, though. I should mention, though that according to Microsoft copilot the genetic condition referenced above can occur either with or without autism and even when it occurs by itself it may cause some autism-like symptoms in some individuals. It might be something to look for if you ever have Simon and Ezra tested for any genetic conditions.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Very interesting!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@thomasschoeck9080]

One of my friends from college thinks that I used to be on the spectrum and overcame it. When he said this I told him about masking and he never heard of it. I guess news stories and documentaries about autism still don’t cover this all that much.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yes, thank you so much for sharing your perspective and experience ❤️

[@7Aheadfamily]

We appreciate it!

[@robbgregorrichard1009]

That's how bureaucracy is... I won't tell in which way your kid is autistic just from a video clip for two reasons. 1/ I don't know him in person. 2/ This is just a clip and honestly, any kid that age could react this way for many reasons outside of our control. There is no mean to offend by telling that, but a way to make people understand that we can't judge a book by its cover. Autism is more complex than what is visible for the outsider (else it wouldn't be called the "invisible disability"). I also want people to understand that autism is not only about social skills deficit. It is about sensory perceptions. Learning how to deal with feeling too much or too little. It is about making connections between things which seem completely different. It is about thinking in patterns. It is about the way our inner world is shaped. It is about having an uncommon way to learn things, which makes us being fast and slow learners at the same time. It is developing life skills in our own timeline and in our own way (or never developing some of them at all, hence the level of support). Talking about support level: it is also for some people having fluctuating support needs. It can change over the years, even within the day or week, and depending on the situation. Level 1 for some things, and then level 2-3 for others. You may not have the possibility anymore to get help now. But knowing what he is will help when later, as a teenager, he wonders why it gets hard to keep friends. As a young adult, why it is harder to keep a job and his home clean. It will likely be saving years of burnout and depression.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your valuable insights! You're absolutely right that understanding autism requires looking beyond the surface. It’s a complex journey, and your perspective helps shed light on the nuances that often get overlooked.

[@stefanias1485]

So in the first video autistic signs might be the odd way he says "ok" and "yeah" and the finger movements from the begining? Not sure, I don't know him

[@7Aheadfamily]

Very good point!

[@7Aheadfamily]

It really takes a lot of time and an official evaluation to really know doesn’t it. 😊

[@meronberhane3623]

Ohhh that’s really great news

[@7Aheadfamily]

I'm glad you think so! It really is exciting news.

[@Jakethesnake77716]

I would say that he definitely shows phenomenal progress however I feel like I spotted echolalia and stimming but it's hard to tell cause that's normal for his age

[@GoldenBladedPhoenix]

You can’t be undiagnosed with autism that’s not a thing I asked my psychologist that I talk to on a weekly basis and he said yeah that’s not a thing you can’t be undiagnosed. Also the psychologist that diagnosed me said that yet you can’t be undiagnosed that’s a lifelong disorder. I mean I just got diagnosed a few months ago so a month ago.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience!

[@7Aheadfamily]

You’re exactly right, we appreciate you watching and commenting. ❤️

[@LifeWithShawn2024]

So is simon no longer autistic from the video you guys made 7-ahead ?

[@7Aheadfamily]

I guess you’ll have to watch it and see. 😊

[@LifeWithShawn2024]

​@@7AheadfamilyI already watched the video but does that mean Simon isn't autistic or that will be another video you guys will make ?

[@7Aheadfamily]

No, he is still autistic, however, he will no longer have some of the services he has been used to because he is doing so well. I am sure we will do more videos on it in the future too. 👍

[@LifeWithShawn2024]

@@7Aheadfamily What do I do in my situation when I diagnosed with level 1 Autism a few months ago in July by my female psychologist near Memphis & my mom has been denying my diagnosis for example she’d say I’m talking back & being disrespectful instead of a calmer approach when we get into severe verbal altercations about a topic I mainly bring up but sometimes she does as well ? Plus I never got any support or service since I was diagnosed.

[@zakadams762]

I care about your son, I care about all types of "autistic" people. All I know it some people are different in a way that makes the vulnerable and struggle. I wish I could be what people want, I almost am, but I am not. I am great but none of it matters day to day. I try so hard and people want from me Idk I'm just so angry. I hope something can be helpful from this.

[@zakadams762]

Please help him. Not all kids have what Simon or Ezra have, I know you care a lot. I wish I could really tell you about me so you understood why I'm so angry about this. I can't get the help I need.

[@7Aheadfamily]

We will help Ezra and Simon. I hope you can also get the understanding and support you need.

[@crystalwatson6117]

Hi I'm 22 and I'm autistic but mine is very mild.

[@7Aheadfamily]

So glad to have you joining us here!

[@7Aheadfamily]

Appreciate you sharing your story and experience

[@7Aheadfamily]

When were you diagnosed with autism if you don’t mind us asking?

[@zakadams762]

They were so rude to me at diagnosis. I dont even care i do but what else can i say. Im not stupid or lazy i was too good. I know jow crazy that sounds and its not true, idk how to say it right but i made it seem like i had no struggle. Its so wrong, i struggle still but who care about me, your kids are young enough they still have a chance. Why are people so mean and hard to deal with? They lie so much

[@zakadams762]

I know it's basically a lot my own self that is upset and resistant.

[@zakadams762]

I could be even better. People don't know I have autism when they are associates. They don't know. I am so close to being perfect, I could be even better I wish I could or maybe like what if it did happen. I feel a lot of pain about it, I've learn how to not so often and be perfect, but I wish I could prevent that for others. Idk how to do better but I want people to know

[@zakadams762]

I do really like people but there is something that sets me apart. It's just different. I'm by myself in so many ways.

[@zakadams762]

I'm going to be fine I'm just upset. Don't be upset, I know you are nice, I am already ok. I just felt like you show know the truth as well as I can say.

[@7Aheadfamily]

I am glad that you are ok.

[@SMBiggestFan]

Where did you get that photo printer from we need it 😍 Sometimes it’s hard to tell if a kid has autism. Because all type of kids has a temper or tantrums even non-autistic kids. I wonder if this is true or not?

[@7Aheadfamily]

You can grab the printer here! Black Friday special as well. :) amzn.to/3COFNcH

[@7Aheadfamily]

Yeah, the only way to really know if someone has autism is to get an official diagnosis from a Professional.

[@SMBiggestFan]

Thank you :) Oh yeah most definitely 👍

[@7Aheadfamily]

❤️

[@malenad9895]

Can I ask when Simon start to speak how old he was ? My son 2 years old non verbal just babbles/gibberish 😞

[@7Aheadfamily]

Simon didn’t really use words to communicate till he was 3. (After a year of Speech therapy)

[@__Steph]

Development is not linear and the autistic profile is spikey. Being able to function in a classroom without support doesn’t take away the autism, it’s one specific and structured environment in which he is confident. He still needs all of your family’s support to develop all round for many years to come and maybe most of his life in some form or other. Best wishes.

[@7Aheadfamily]

Thank you for sharing your insights! It's so important to recognize the complexities of development and the unique needs of each individual. Your perspective is valuable!

[@ciaraduffy805]

Simon shows no sign of autism to me in this video and I have three sons who don’t have autism and he reminds me of them when they were younger 💙

[@7Aheadfamily]

Totally get what you mean! Kids can be so similar in their quirks; but yet so different at times as well. We went back and forth with Simon for some time about autism. You can see that video here...

[@7Aheadfamily]

Simon’s story… Diagnosis of Mild Autism in 2-year-old kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3jPZJWCnql7gMk