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My 8 year old son was diagnosed, with Asperger's Syndrome as well as Generalized Anxiety, back in January.

He's a sweet, loving, well mannered little guy. He's got a brilliant mind for numbers and language, and he knows everything about sharks that there is to know. He does wonderfully in school, he's become a pro at keeping it together.

We are currently seeing a psychologist who has helped us tremendously. He's been a blessing to our family. Once we had the diagnosis we were able to help him by changing the way we perceive the world, and trying to better understand how he sees it.

As terrific a kid as he is, being his mother is exhausting. He thrives on order, structure, and schedules.... which I'm sure you are all very familiar with. However, I have a 5 year old daughter and a 1 year old son who don't care too much for schedules and structure. We keep working at it. It's a slow going process, but we've made remarkable strides in a short time.

I think it will help ME to converse with others who know what it's like to live with the challenges that we are facing. Our friends and family just don't get it.

Hello!

Welcome to WP!


He sounds like a great boy!

Bless you for having the love, stamina and determination to help him. When I was growing up, no one really understood what was going on. There was no dx of treatment. I was just considered as odd, a loner, a sad child. My mom and dad had there hands full with the other kids and I recieved very little attention. I fact I suspect that they were both aspie. It is possible though to grow up and lead an active, productive and succesful life. I view my autisim as a gift and i wouldn't give it up if i could.

Welcome to WP!

It is hard on NT siblings. They don't understand how important order and routine is to an Aspie, but my younger daughter has adapted well to my son's schedule and she thrives on it as much as he does.

I am sure your other children will get on board, especially as they get older and you can explain your son to them more.

Welcome.

I do have to say that there is a great bunch of parents here. They have great insight.

Also, there are some special boys on the kids crater section. It might be nice for him to talk to other kids like him.

Hello and welcome!

They say autism is over ninety percent genetic. Do you or your husband have any Aspie traits? When my daughter was diagnosed (now age four) that was my first approach: where did she get this? Answer: both of her parents. I think it makes it a lot easier if you can find a way to identify with your child, instead of distancing yourself. Likewise with the siblings.
Good luck in your journey.