When my ASD Level 3 son, Henry, was diagnosed, one of the biggest challenges was communication. He’s completely nonverbal and doesn’t yet seem to understand spoken words — but he understands visuals. I tried looking into AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) apps, but they were overwhelming. Either they were
Henry has started to get really mad if I bring him home from daycare instead of taking him for a drive-nap or play right after. I was so burnt out and thought nope, today I’m going to push through — I need to teach him he can’t just tantrum
1. How AI Helped Me Notice My Son Might Be Autistic I was already using ChatGPT all the time—for business stuff, emails, random questions. One night, Henry was about two years old, and I noticed him pressing his hands hard into his eyes. Not just once—over and over,
Inspired by a conversation with ChatGPT about supporting my 3-year-old with ASD Level 3, we developed this recipe to transform his favourite honey soy chicken into a nutrient-rich version that maintains the familiar taste he loves. Our first attempt was a success - he happily ate several pieces! Working with
Henry was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Level 3, requiring very substantial support. He also has a diagnosis of global developmental delay in the moderate to severe range. His diagnosis was confirmed through comprehensive assessments, including ADOS-2, MIGDAS-2, and Vineland-3 evaluations conducted privately by Early Start Australia. Henry has