I have noticed M7 regressing lately with okay and overall socialization. He is doing a lot of “THAT’S NOT HOW YOU DO IT” when we play. For example, we are playing “Hogwarts” and he’s being excessively bossy: you say this, you do this (directing F3 and I) and getting upset if we deviate in the slightest.

I have explained we do not want to play if he is acting like this. I will redirect F3 to a different activity if he continues. Sometimes the frustration continues, but sometimes he can calm himself.

Before all this, he was in Kindergarten. He has never had a lot of friends and is happy to play on his own (ADHD/ASD). Play dates were always a bit difficult because he enjoys the role of “director” and doesn’t understand why he should take turns, let the other person choose a game, do what they are interested in, etc. It has been a work in progress for as long as I have worked with them.

My concerns are how to increase socialization during this time and beyond. NP want me to homeschool/facilitate distance learning starting in a few weeks, so he will not have the ability to interact with classmates. He is not a fan of online classes (like out school or summer camps). I’m not sure how much “sitting in front of the computer and interacting with others” he will tolerate for required education.

Suggestions for books, movies, educational webinars or anything else are welcome.