I once watched a movie "Rain Man", and the two brothers in it impressed me deeply: oneOne is a shrewd businessman, and the other is a "rain man" who suffers from autism. The "Rain Man" in the movie reminds me of many families in real life, those siblings who dance with autistic childrenThey are staging a warm and challenging "** battle" every day.
Rain Man movie poster.
If you have an autistic sibling, you often have to play multiple roles. Like the younger brothers in the movie "Rain Man", they don't just want to be the "translators" of autistic childrenExplain behaviors that are difficult for outsiders to understand；I also want to become a "psychologist".Gain insight into their inner needs and emotions.
It is a process that requires both patience and wisdom. Sometimes, they feel it tooTired and helpless, but more of a sense of responsibility and achievement.
To live in harmony with children with autismThe secret is actually very simple, it is love and understanding. Just as the younger brother in the movie finally understands the older brother, non-autistic siblings also need to experience the world of autistic children with their hearts.
They need to learn to communicate in different ways, whether it's through drawing, or simple body movements. When children with autism feel understood and accepted, they will respond to this love in their own way.
The two brothers in the movie "Rain Man" eventually develop a deep relationship, which is inseparable from the hard work and dedication of the younger brother. In real life, there are many such examples.
For example, Xiao Ming and his sister Xiao Li. Xiao Ming is an autistic person, while Xiao Li is a lively and cheerful girl. At first, Xiao Li does not understand Xiao Ming's behavior, but as time passes, she slowly learns how to get along with Xiao Ming.
First, Xiaoli discovered the importance of keeping the lines of communication open. She understands that communicating with Xiao Ming cannot rely solely on words, as children with autism often have a limited understanding of speech. So, she began to learn to use body language, drawings and even ** to communicate with Xiao Ming.
She found that when she expressed herself in these diverse ways, Xiao Ming was more able to understand and respond to her. Once, Xiao Ming's emotions were out of control, so Xiao Li painted a quiet forest painting and **gently**. Miraculously, Xiao Ming's emotions gradually calmed down, and he picked up the paintbrushA cute fawn was added to the painting. At this moment, they made a deep connection through drawings and **.
However, dealing with children with autism is fraught with uncertainty. Xiao Ming sometimes suddenly falls into repetitive behaviors, such as opening and closing doors or arranging toys. Faced with this situation,Xiaoli was confused and frustrated at first. But she soon realized that these behaviors might be a way for Tom to ease his anxiety or express his needs. As a result, she learned to stay calm and patient, not to force or criticize Xiao Ming, but to try to guide him to express himself in a more appropriate way.
She taught Xiao Ming to use simple gestures or cards to express needs, such as "hungry" or "want to hang out". In this way, Xiao Ming's repetitive behavior is reduced, and he is also more willing to share his thoughts and feelings with Xiao Li.
In order to enhance her relationship with Xiao Ming, Xiao Li often invites him to participate in various interesting activities together. Together, they play games, make boxes, paint wall paintings, ......These activities not only made Xiao Ming feel happy and satisfied, but also promoted communication and interaction between them. During the event, Xiaoli will give Xiao Ming help and encouragement in a timely manner, so that he can feel the warmth and support of his family. These shared experiences not only deepened their relationship, but also made Xiao Ming trust and rely on Xiao Li more.
In addition, Xiaoli works with her parents to create a positive and inclusive family atmosphere. They understand that children with autism need more love and understanding. So,They set up some fixed rules and rituals in their homes, such as daily dinner, weekly family game night, etc. These activities enhance the cohesion and sense of belonging among family members, and also make Xiao Ming feel more safe and at ease.
With Xiaoli's efforts, her relationship with Xiao Ming has become closer and closer. She has not only become Xiao Ming's "translator" and "psychologist", but also an indispensable partner in his life. As a result, their families have become more harmonious and happy. This case shows us that if we love and understand our children with autism with our hearts, we can dance a wonderful journey with them.
Dancing with an autistic child is challenging, but it's also beautiful. When non-autistic siblings are able to accept and support their siblings with love and understanding, they will be able to find the rhythm of dancing together in this battle.