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New - Just wanted to say 'Hello'

Catherine76

Afternoon everyone,

I have just discovered this site. Relief  somewhere to chat where people understand. 

My very young son has just been diagnosed with autism. He does not speak and is very frustrated. After going through the initial shock of the Docs rubber-stamping the situation I hope to try and start focusing on the good things and concentrate on getting my son to enjoy life more.

I really look forward to chatting to you all.

Catherine

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  • Hi Catherine,

    Just wanted to say hello.  Your description of your son reminded me of my eldest when he was small.  It's so hard when they can't tell you anything. 

    My eldest didn't speak until he was 4 years old and now we joke that we don't know if it's his eyes or mouth that open first.  If someone had told me all the things he would be doing when he was diagnosed at 3 years old I would have thought they were insane.  I suppose what I am trying to say is you don't know what the future holds so encouraging your son to enjoy life sounds a wonderful idea.  I hope you don't mind but I am going to try it with my sons.

    Take care.

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  • Hi Catherine,

    Just wanted to say hello.  Your description of your son reminded me of my eldest when he was small.  It's so hard when they can't tell you anything. 

    My eldest didn't speak until he was 4 years old and now we joke that we don't know if it's his eyes or mouth that open first.  If someone had told me all the things he would be doing when he was diagnosed at 3 years old I would have thought they were insane.  I suppose what I am trying to say is you don't know what the future holds so encouraging your son to enjoy life sounds a wonderful idea.  I hope you don't mind but I am going to try it with my sons.

    Take care.

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