They may go to the local pizza store for lunch. Sometimes they walk to the local park and play. We have found that these children often benefit from individual sessions with an occupational therapist or physical therapist. Many of our students receive the Wilbarger Method of therapeutic brushing, which is often successful in helping children become less sensory defensive and more focused. As a parent of a child who has been diagnosed with autism or PDD you probably want to select a school program that can best meet the special needs of your child.
Many parents find it helpful to visit several programs prior to selecting a school.
It is very important that you select a program with which you feel comfortable and confident. There are a number of treatment strategies that have proven to be highly effective for these children. There are also a number of strategies that have not been able to demonstrate their effectiveness in controlled research studies. Please keep the following questions in mind when you are visiting potential schools. All rights reserved.