Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi Folks hoping some other parent has been in the same position as me. I am getting very frustrated with myself for being unable to help my adult child in thier late 20's . I now believe quite strongly he is on the autistic spectrum. He is isolated, has rigorous routines (I can set my watch by him) and will not detract from them. Does notcommunicate with all of us, sits in bedroom, gets in to a blind panic when i make him eat at the table on a few occassions, loves words, super intelligent etc etc....but I cannot find a way to get him to come to the docs with me. He will chat and play with our dog...who I actually got because I read that sufferers would 'communicate ' with animals. I am hoping someone has had this experiance and may be able to help me , offer me guidance or point me to some group who may be able to help.
Oh and he will talk when he is on the phone.!
thanks for reading.
Does he work? Does he have any friends? Is there anyone else in your family circle who he relates to more easily?
I wouldn't mention going to the doctor again. I know you're worried, but autism isn't an illness, and if he's suffering from depression he won't get anything out of a consultation unless he wants to be helped that way. He's an adult and needs to make his own decisions, and by going on about it you could jeopardise your relationship with him.
Take care