In order to wake Alex from a dissociative/mute/withdrawn episode I sometimes use songs that attract her attention and simultaneously offer a reward if she can repeat the song. Singing a funny song preferably with actions wakes her up. By the time she can sing the song properly she is ready to safely walk around. ThisContinue reading “I Am Awake, Shut Up Mum”
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Lisa Steals A Really Great Idea
Okay someone liked something I wrote so I visited them to see who they were. Why am I explaining this if you are reading this you probably understand the concept. Anyway it was a fantastic post about asking a 3 year old questions. I had to leave the house I may have forgotten to commentContinue reading “Lisa Steals A Really Great Idea”
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