Bullet Report post Posted April 13, 2006 It was confirmed today. Ds1 does have an ASD. They can't say now where on the spectrum he falls, as he's so young, but did confirm he's on there somewhere. Basically his speech, communication and understanding puts him more towards the moderate to profound area, but his non-verbal intelligence (eg doing peg puzzles) puts him towards the milder end. It's very confusing 8), but they say it should become clearer when he starts school. They have put us down for a parenting course for children with ASDs and he is down to start at the Special Needs nursery either this June or September. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flora Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Bullet. I'm glad for you that you've got some definite answers. Take some time to let it sink in. Hope you feel a bit better now that you know. Lauren X Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
supersec Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Bullett Glad to hear that you have a diagnosis albeit a little unclear. Take your time and be prepared a for a lot of mixed emotions - mine are still all over the place nearly two years after diagnosis - you are on the best site for help and information. Sending you lots of these <'> <'> Supersec Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Be gentle with yourselves, Bullet <'> Even when you already 'knew', it's still a funny time <'> Bidx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nellie Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Bullet, <'> Good to hear you had confirmation of ASD. Like the others say, be prepared, it can be a difficult time. Nellie <'> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
annie Report post Posted April 13, 2006 <'> Bullet <'> Diagnosis is an emotional time. We're here if you need us. Annie xx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CarerQuie Report post Posted April 13, 2006 (edited) (((Hugs))) Glad you've got answers but take things slowly for now.xx Edited April 13, 2006 by CarerQuie Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
board Report post Posted April 13, 2006 hello i had dx yesterday aspergers she tickd all the boxs she is 6 it is hard to take in but with the help of the people on here we will lean alot and help our chidren all the best jill Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phasmid Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Board and Bullet, most of us have been through this on here and we know just what a roller-coaster time this is, even when you know that the dx is coming. If you need us we're here to listen, rant at or just chat. Take care. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Jill <'> Just to echo everything Phas has just said... Bid <'> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest hallyscomet Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Hi Jill & Bullet, This is a big hurdle, and an emotional one too. Be prepared for many mixed emotions its part of the process of acceptance. Sending you lots of these <'> <'> <'> <'> <'> Hailey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mossgrove Report post Posted April 13, 2006 Jill/Bullet It's a real rollercoaster in the weeks after diagnosis, so be prepared. Remember that you both have the same wonderful children you had pre-diagnosis. Take care. <'> <'> <'> Simon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bullet Report post Posted April 14, 2006 Thanks for all the lovely replies . The EP said that Tom has got the potential to learn to communicate, it's just going to need a lot of working on. Things like he can associate drinks only by taking you to the fridge and putting your hand on the milk. He can't make the connection between seeing an empty cup, or hearing the words "want drink?" yet. So he can't ask for a drink if we're not at home. And his delayed echolalia is so bizarre. Eg we went for a walk a few weeks back and he said "Hooray Pocoyo, Pato" and today DH swung him up and he said "just put in a card!" (from a toy he has). When he says the words though he isn't looking at you for a reaction, he just babbles away to himself. We've been lent the "More than Words" book which is proving very useful and good to see that some of the things we're already doing. He seems to be somewhere between the "Own Agenda" and the "Requester" stage, which is an encouraging sign. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites