In a blog post, a father of three boys on the autism spectrum discusses the importance of holding them accountable for their actions. He argues that having autism should not exempt them from following societal rules, as this accountability is crucial for developing necessary life skills. He critiques some parenting approaches that cater excessively to autistic children's needs, potentially leading to unresolved issues and resentment among siblings, like in the case of a girl who loved but resented her brother due to perceived favoritism in parenting strategies.
The author argues for holding children with autism accountable for their behavior, stressing that autism shouldn't be an excuse for lack of adherence to societal rules.
He emphasizes that lowering behavioral standards for children with autism may prevent them from developing necessary life skills and lead to resentment from siblings.
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