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Teenager diagnosed with autism

scooby

Hi all.  I'm a single parent of two teenagers and a new member to the site.  I am looking for some guidance or advice please. My 15 year old son was diagnosed with ADHD aged 9 and has now been diagnosed with autism aswell (two weeks ago).  He has taken it very badly and Im overwhelmed and not sure how to deal with him at the moment.  He is just so angry and destructive and the house has been turned into a battlefield on a daily basis.  I just dont know what to say or how to deal with him. Does anyone have any ideas please as I keep breaking down and crying (but not when he can see me).  Many thanks.

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  • Thank you for your advice crystal12.  I have done a lot of research on the internet and will def be looking for books on the subject too.  As I said my son has not taken it well at all "its just another label" he says.  I feel for him but dont know how to connect with him over it as he doesnt like to talk about things or even let me hug him.  Its breaking my heart to see him in so much turmoil and Im feel helpless as he wont let me in on his feelings.  Fortunately he attends a special needs school already and they are trying to help too. 

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  • Thank you for your advice crystal12.  I have done a lot of research on the internet and will def be looking for books on the subject too.  As I said my son has not taken it well at all "its just another label" he says.  I feel for him but dont know how to connect with him over it as he doesnt like to talk about things or even let me hug him.  Its breaking my heart to see him in so much turmoil and Im feel helpless as he wont let me in on his feelings.  Fortunately he attends a special needs school already and they are trying to help too. 

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