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[quote=Anonymous]When they first arrive, with the parents in the room, lay out the rules of the house. You may have to do this visually (pictures) if he's not very verbal. Hang the "rules" in multiple places around the house. The picture should have a picture of a dog and boy interacting how you want him to behave. When you go over the rules, try to sound upbeat and positive and don't single him out. Include some other basic rules (take your plates to the kitchen, etc). My ASD kid needs visual cues and lots of them. Importantly, there also has to be some appropriate consequence if he doesn't follow the rule, which is up to you and your brother to decide. I know it sounds like a lot to do on vacation, but ASD kids crave structure and boundaries, especially when they are away from the familiarity of home, and it will make vacation a lot less stressful.[/quote]
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