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Q.1
I have to buy tagless, itchless clothes for my child – the looser the better.
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Yes
No
Q.2
My child complains about being barefoot in the sand when at the beach.
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Yes
No
Q.3
Bath time can be difficult. My child hates being sprayed with water and having their hair combed before bed, which leads to tantrums.
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Yes
No
Q.4
My child is bothered by anything slimy or sticky on his fingers, like paint.
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Yes
No
Q.5
I have to use unscented detergent. Washing my child's sheets with any scent leads to a meltdown.
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Yes
No
Q.6
Thunderstorms terrify my child. The loud booms and cracks send them cowering under the blankets.
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Agree
Disagree
Q.7
My child spits out foods like cooked peas or bananas pieces if they’re the slightest bit mushy.
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Yes
No
Q.8
My child gags when trying to swallow a pill. They prefer liquid antibiotics and chewable vitamins.
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Yes
No
Q.9
My child dislikes buying lunch at school and complains about being grossed out. Even seeing apple sauce on their tray as dessert gives them the heeby jeebies.
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Yes
No
Q.10
School picture day sends my child home in tears every year. The camera flashes hurt their sensitive eyes.
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Yes
No
Q.11
My child refuses to change for gym class, saying the locker room is too stinky.
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Yes
No
Q.12
My child loves amusement park rides, but can’t tolerate the long lines and crowds.
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Yes
No
Q.13
My child gets in trouble in gym class for tackling during flag football.
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Yes
No
Q.14
My child prefers to go on one ride at the carnival, like the merry-go-round, over and over.
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Yes
No
Q.15
My child loves salsa (the hotter the better) and drinks pickle juice right out of the jar.
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Yes
No
Q.16
My child has too much trouble fastening buttons and tying laces, and prefers to wear "easier" items like zip-up sweatshirts and Velcro sneakers.
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Yes
No
Q.17
My child has poor balance and coordination, and tends to trip over their own feet. Keeping up with other kids in games like jumping rope and climbing trees can be difficult.
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Yes
No
Q.18
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