Concerned about 7 yo son, what do I do?

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Hello. This is my first time here. I wonder if someone has some experience that might be able to help me. I am increasingly concerned about our son and feel that he may have an AS disorder, I suppose I am talking about Asperger's. I don't really know whom to turn to for help. Should I go to the GP? Should I take my son? Perhaps the answers are obvious to you but I'd be grateful for any help, as I am not sure where to start.

He has always been very good at reading, maths, etc., but his handwriting is still barely legible and his fine motor skills are not that good. He will never answer a question about an emotional matter. He can't get the hang of not interrupting - he simply doesn't seem to register that anyone else is talking. He likes to give a long monologue on his favourite subjects and doesn't really care whether anyone is listening or not. And he flaps his hands a lot when he is excited. He doesn't have any close friends.

I am thinking that we need some help, particularly as I am becoming really impatient with him recently. I find him very hard to deal with sometimes. I could do with some help and support.

Thanks for listening.

Hi

Has his school mentioned any concerns ?

I would mention it to his teacher and maybe the head teacher, and if they are no help then go to your GP.

My son was diagnosed through his school by an educational psychologist and a speech therapist.

My grandson was also diagnosed with the backing of his school and referred onto the appropriate
psychologist.

Thanks for your reply. His teacher has mentioned a few specific concerns, but when I asked her whether she thought there might be an underlying cause she said I don't know, I'm not a medical professional. So perhaps I should go to the GP.

Usually school backing helps, but there is no reason you can't go to the GP and raise your concerns.

I did find the schools in London to be less helpful than the schools in Scotland, to be honest, so the GP
may be your best port of call.

Keep me updated if you like.

Thanks again.