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Hello! Im new!!

Sues

Hello Everyone,

 

Ive just discovered this chat site so thought id post!!

Ive got a nearly 5 year old daughter who does not have any special needs. She starts 'Big School' next month - scary!!

Ive for a nearly 3 year old son who was diagnosed with Austism on 28th Feb this year. He is starting at a special school in their nursery in September too.

Plus, Im pregnant with bubs no3 - due in January!

So, lots going on for me at the moment!! Have been reading through some of the posts on here and its so nice to be in contact with so many people in a similar situation with me and learning to live life with Autism in it! I love my son to bits and would not change him for the world.

A quick question for everyone - my son grinds his teeth really badly. Is this an Autistic trait? Hi Peaditrician did ask me at our last appointment is he did this, but i didnt think to ask her! It has got really bad recently and he is doing it increasingly. Not only does it sound awful, but im worried that it might be damaging his teeth! Does anyone have any tips on how to stop/reduce him doing it?

Thanks!!

Sue x

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  • Hi Dee,

    Sorry to hear that you are going through such a tough time, Dee.  I have a 17 year old son who was assessed as having Aspergers only a few months ago.  We are still waiting for a formal diagnosis but don't expect to get it until about this time next year as there is such a waiting list. We have to wait until he is seen by Adult services.

    My son and my immediate family welcomed the fact that he probably has Aspergers because it explains so much and it has certainly helped us understand his needs so much more.

    Think your mum's reaction is very, very common. Some of my family still can't get their heads around Aspergers especially the older generation. There are some great books out there about Aspergers written by parents, professionals and Aspies.  Try googling benefits of having Aspergers too, you begin to see it in a completely different light!

    Have been through some tough times in the last two years before we knew what was going on. Have often wondered how things would have been if we had known when he was much younger.  There are some great tips and suggestions on this site with lots of information.  Try looking at the education section for information about schools etc.

    It might be worth calling the NAS helpline too and ask about support groups near to your area. I go to one near me they are great and they will know exactly what you are going through. 

    Wish you the very best Dee.  Try to take one day at a time and do try to look after yourself in all of this as well. Might help to have a chat with Family Lives too. They have a Live Chat service as well as helpline and email.  familylives.org.uk/  They used to be called Parentline.

     

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  • Hi Dee,

    Sorry to hear that you are going through such a tough time, Dee.  I have a 17 year old son who was assessed as having Aspergers only a few months ago.  We are still waiting for a formal diagnosis but don't expect to get it until about this time next year as there is such a waiting list. We have to wait until he is seen by Adult services.

    My son and my immediate family welcomed the fact that he probably has Aspergers because it explains so much and it has certainly helped us understand his needs so much more.

    Think your mum's reaction is very, very common. Some of my family still can't get their heads around Aspergers especially the older generation. There are some great books out there about Aspergers written by parents, professionals and Aspies.  Try googling benefits of having Aspergers too, you begin to see it in a completely different light!

    Have been through some tough times in the last two years before we knew what was going on. Have often wondered how things would have been if we had known when he was much younger.  There are some great tips and suggestions on this site with lots of information.  Try looking at the education section for information about schools etc.

    It might be worth calling the NAS helpline too and ask about support groups near to your area. I go to one near me they are great and they will know exactly what you are going through. 

    Wish you the very best Dee.  Try to take one day at a time and do try to look after yourself in all of this as well. Might help to have a chat with Family Lives too. They have a Live Chat service as well as helpline and email.  familylives.org.uk/  They used to be called Parentline.

     

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