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We face the change in the story since moving back to Illinois: the first sign of aggression that changed everything between us. We also share GeneSite results, ask about Leucovorin, weigh group homes vs “never,” and find a quiet win by the river.

• impact of the Illinois move on behavior and family strain
• the car attack as a turning point in safety and trust
• losing verbal leverage and rebuilding boundaries
• GeneSite insights, med tweaks, and timelines
• curiosity about Leucovorin and real-world outcomes
• cannabis dosing as a flexible regulation tool
• group homes vs institutions and future-proof care
• building respite networks and care continuity
• a small victory: silent connection and calm outdoors

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Moving to Illinois with our severely autistic son brought unexpected challenges, including his increasingly violent behavior and our struggle to find appropriate medical and community support. Rejection has become an abnormally normal occurrence, but this is where it started.
• Our son developed concerning rage behaviors in public
• Housing search
• Parent support group silence
• Theatre program
• Despite rejections, our son continues to show creativity and new skills
• We're exploring disc golf as a new family activity
• Looking for positive recreational activities remains an ongoing challenge

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Shannon shares the challenging journey of relocating from Wisconsin to Illinois with her severely autistic son, highlighting the unexpected difficulties they faced and the small victories that kept them going through the transition.

• Preparing requires extensive preparation, ideally with videos of new locations
• Transitioning to living with grandparents created significant challenges, including disrupted sleep patterns
• Learning the ropes of medical cannabis in Illinois for Autism
• Seeking special needs theatre opportunities
• A stranger's understanding in a grocery store
• Her son's attachment to his "Snowflake" obsidian rock shows his ability to connect and remember important details

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