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<blockquote data-quote="Hound dog" data-source="post: 225375" data-attributes="member: 84"><p>You just described Travis. And yes, I think it's the autism.</p><p> </p><p>Travis would literally live in his room if I let him. I do what I can to encourage him out once in a while. But usually, he's in his room.</p><p> </p><p>During the holidays he'll hide in his room if I don't put my foot down. I make him hang around. And honestly, he does much better than he thinks he does. sister in law makes great effort to include Travis in conversation and ribbing. Nichole's boyfriend will ask his advice about computers. (he's learning to repair the software, Travis knows the hardware)</p><p> </p><p>After a decent amount of time, especially if the gathering is rather drawn out, then he can go on up to his room. This is atually necessary as by then he's as hyper as the kids and acting like a 8 year old. lol</p><p> </p><p>But for the most part, over the years the family has adjusted to Travis and his needs. It's not a big deal when he needs to go off by himself for awhile. And the more relaxed atomosphere has improved his ability to stay and enjoy the activities a little longer.</p><p> </p><p>Of course, I just spoke to K tonight. I'm pretty positive the 2 boys both are on the spectrum with Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Evan seems to be much more severe than Alex. And it made me remember Travis when he was a kid. Gee, I could barely handle one, I don't know how she's gonna cope with 2. <img src="/community/styles/default/xenforo/smilies/emoticons/faint.gif" class="smilie" loading="lazy" alt=":faint:" title="faint :faint:" data-shortname=":faint:" /></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Hound dog, post: 225375, member: 84"] You just described Travis. And yes, I think it's the autism. Travis would literally live in his room if I let him. I do what I can to encourage him out once in a while. But usually, he's in his room. During the holidays he'll hide in his room if I don't put my foot down. I make him hang around. And honestly, he does much better than he thinks he does. sister in law makes great effort to include Travis in conversation and ribbing. Nichole's boyfriend will ask his advice about computers. (he's learning to repair the software, Travis knows the hardware) After a decent amount of time, especially if the gathering is rather drawn out, then he can go on up to his room. This is atually necessary as by then he's as hyper as the kids and acting like a 8 year old. lol But for the most part, over the years the family has adjusted to Travis and his needs. It's not a big deal when he needs to go off by himself for awhile. And the more relaxed atomosphere has improved his ability to stay and enjoy the activities a little longer. Of course, I just spoke to K tonight. I'm pretty positive the 2 boys both are on the spectrum with Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Evan seems to be much more severe than Alex. And it made me remember Travis when he was a kid. Gee, I could barely handle one, I don't know how she's gonna cope with 2. :faint: [/QUOTE]
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