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Question: Anyone have an autistic child with sleep problems?My son is 4 and is autistic. He has a horrible sleeping pattern. I know it is common in these kids to have sleep problems. Does anyone know what I can do to help him sleep? I work full time and go to school and I am exhausted. I feel like I still have a newborn some days. Please answer only if you are a professional or have children with this disorder
Answer: It would be helpful to know more about the sleep patterns. My daughter, 7, on the spectrum, has trouble getting to sleep a lot. She never seems to be able to relax and let sleep come. She wants to sleep on the bed, then on the floor, then on the other end of the bed, etc. My wife and I just try to be calm and allow her to find her place where she feels grounded and comfortable. We will not put her on medication unless it is the absolute last thing to do. There have been times where it will take her 3 hours to finally get to sleep. All I can say is to hang in there, seek professional help for your child, perhaps a organization the specifically treats children with autism that can offer behavioral help.Of course not knowing specifically what the issues are, this is all I can offer
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