Disciplining an autistic child

[Telrunya]

Our son is 6 years old. He has a 3 year old sister and a 2 year old brother. Most of the time all three of our kids get along very well with eachother. They are all pretty much on the same developmental level as all three are just now really beginning to learn how to speak.

The problem is those times where my oldest is not sweetness and light. He gets down right violent with my wife and we dont let him near the younger two. He wont hit or push me and still raising my voice to him is more than enough to let him know he has done wrong. At those times though he will lash out at himself. I'm rapidly running out of ideas for disciplining him. Any thoughts or ideas?

 

[chadders]

Are you seeing a professional about this? You should see someone who is well qualified in dealing with these children if you are not currently.

- Chadders.

 

[rocklife]

it might be helpful to try to find some books on the subject too (especially with a christian perspective)