mass meltdowns | Autism PDD

I went to an autism event with about 80 asd kids there and lots of
activities. I'd say about 70% of kids went into meltdown mode at some
point - from huge screaming & rolling in the street ones to little
stomping-feet highpitched whining ones. I know this is weired to say
when you know those kids were overstimulated and having a hard time -
but it was the best sound. Noone minded, no strange looks. Like my
family had finally found it's home planet. (And yes, my ds had a bit of a
tantrum too. Can't wait to go again.)how did you find this event and do you know if they have them in the dfw,Texas area? rpena39305.9034722222

micki,

Isn't it great to be part of something where you 'fit in'.

I go to an autism playgroup once a week and its been the best thing. At one time or another one of our kids is having a meltdown and nobody blinks an eye other than to say 'Oh its your turn today'. No judgement, no rolling eyes.

Mysh

lol, sounds so strange to say it was a good experience, but I can totally understand why it was. WHERE ARE THESE GRPS?? I want to feel that feeling of fittin gin.. it has been aeons since noone has stared or looked or commented.....Where are the groups? I live in a more populated area and it might be
easier for me to find groups than for some of you. I'd start by contacting
your states autism sociey or United Way or Arc and see if they are aware
of any groups in your area. My area has a few groups as well as a local
listserv. The event I went to was announced through my local autism
listserv.
If you can't find anything maybe put an ad in a local paper or hang a flyer
by your special ed program. You can build your own group and maybe
meet once a month at someones house or a local playground. It's so
worth it!That would be so awesome! I spent the entire day crying today because my son had a couple of meltdowns today at church. Maybe no one was judging me, but in my mind or imagination they were. No one helped or offered to help or anything! I felt so alone!

I want to go to one of these!!!!!!

We never go anywhere except grocery stores - I would love to go to something with other ASD families.