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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]ABA

And consider doing an intensive home program until he has basic skills that allow for a better transition to school. [/quote]

OP here. We prefer not to do ABA and it also doesn't really apply to our son's needs. He has many skills fortunately, I'm more wondering if there's anything diagnostically that I could be doing [/quote]

DP. I don’t really think so, unless you want to try medications.

I would continue working with the OT but make sure it is actually on skills like writing and getting dressed.

stay on top of whether he is learning to read, write and do basic math in K and 1st and get tutoring or additional IEP hours if necessary

For home, if you don’t want to do ABA, a behavioral psychologist could still help you understand more about positive and negative incentives.

Daily living skills are so important - hygiene, chores, learning to order in restaurants.

And don’t forget the fun stuff! Whatever you prioritize as a family, do that. I wanted DS to learn to ride a bike and swim, so we spent time on those things. [/quote]

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