Hi...im new to this forum, I came accross it through my hours of googling "autusm". My son who is 2.5 years is showing signs of autism, lack of eye contact, serious delayed speach, lack of understanding, little interest in social play ect. from being around 1 I have always had a feeling something was a bit off but his symptoms are getting worse the older he gets and there is no denying he is on the spectrum. But the problem is I feel like I'm drowning, I'm really struggling to cope with all the different things I had planned for my son when he was older that may not happen now and to be honest my heart is aching. it get easier? Do children improve? Will he ever be able to tell me he loves me? All of these questions are on my mind day and night. I have no friends in this situation and feel very much alone and isolated. I though talking to people who understand in this forum may help me see things differently and keep positive xx
Hi Hennifer, Autism is quite a complex area and there are many things that you may have read which won't apply to your son.
One book I have read which is quite simple, short and well presented as well as appearing directed towards parents (especially those of young children) is 'Reframe your thinking around autism' by Holly Bridges. The book also contains some exercises which might help him if he's feeling stressed.
As for feeling alone and isolated, I have found that all parents have an elevated concern for their children and that those concerns can feel like they apply to them or their family alone. If you're looking for specific support regarding autism, this website has some resources you can use. For example:
Hi Hennifer, Autism is quite a complex area and there are many things that you may have read which won't apply to your son.
One book I have read which is quite simple, short and well presented as well as appearing directed towards parents (especially those of young children) is 'Reframe your thinking around autism' by Holly Bridges. The book also contains some exercises which might help him if he's feeling stressed.
As for feeling alone and isolated, I have found that all parents have an elevated concern for their children and that those concerns can feel like they apply to them or their family alone. If you're looking for specific support regarding autism, this website has some resources you can use. For example:
