Published on 12, July, 2020
I want to introduce myself as I am very keen to have support and advice. At the end of the summer term the nursery my 3 year old son attends raised concerns about his behaviour. He has repetitive thoughts, interests and behaviours and does not interact with his peers, but likes adult company. Initially I was in denial, however what I thought were some of his quirks I realise are signs of ASD. He's fasinated by washing machines and fans and flaps his arms if he is excited or stressed. If he ever goes into somebody's house the first thing he asks is where is the washing machine, although he doesn't have to see it, he then goes on to find the toys. He speech is good, although a two way conversation doesn't really happen. He knows plenty of words and can say 5 words in a go. Just recently he has successfully been toilet trained and is dry at night. We are due to see a developmental paediatrician but not till November and from what I understand an exact diagnosis will take a number of months to receive. I keep hearing that early intervention is key but I'm not sure where to start. Could anyone explains what happens post diagnosis? I want to start helping him now, I have read about different therapies but am feeling overwhelmed. Also, does anyone reading this thinks this sounds like aspergers? My son starts pre school in a couple of weeks and I want to ensure he receives the support he needs.
Hi, my son is 3 yrs 8 months n we had a diagnosis for him at age 2 with no problems at all with getting it however I have heard some people wait months to get a diagnosis. Once u get the diagnosis then you get more professionals who get involved and help out in any way you can. We have someone from the communication disorders team a long with speech and language, occupAtional therapist, specialist dentist. My son has severe autism and also has a one to one teacher at pre school as can't be left unattended and we are in the process of getting educational health and social plan to get him into a special needs school next sept. My son is also completely non verbal with not much understanding. I do feel early intervention is key as my son is improving with eye contact and adult interaction can sometimes handle other children but not Always. Also when you get a diagnosis you can attend support groups and other meetings with other parents on how to help them. I'm not sure if everyone gets the same support as I have heard that it can depend on the area you live in but thought I would share my experience.