My 9 year old "Rabbit" daydreams out loud. A lot.
I try to discourage it. There's a keyword I use often: "Reality!" But she keeps falling into daydreaming about like her fave tv stars, etc. She even does this in public and it gets embarrassing. I know, children with any form of autism (hey, children in general special needs or not) can be embarrassing and do "strange" things.

How do you pull your child into reality and keep them there?

Summertime is so hard because there is less structure and more time for stimming. Should I discourage her stimming (daydreaming, spinning, etc)? What kind of schedule should I give her for these last few weeks before we start homeschooling again? Any ideas?

TIA!

Hi, I understand your issues with your daughter. I have a 14 year old son with asperger's syndrome. I don't have an answer for you, but I do empathize! If my son is hyperfocusing on something, or in his own world and I insist he snaps out of it, it usually results in anxiety and then a meltdown.If he is just making noises, etc.. sometimes I can get him out of it by touching his shoulder and just telling him he is doing it. As he has gotten older he is more aware of how he looks to others and has more motivation to fit in.

Thanks, asmom, and welcome! It's also good to know I'm not alone. The tip about touching her and gently reminding her what she's doing may also help. *thumbs up* God bless!