We've just been told that whilst we don't have a diagnosis yet, we are in that "ball park" by the paediatrican at RSCH.
And now I don't feel like I know my son anymore.
He's 2.5 and this week I've just felt like I can't take him out to any of the places we used to go. I don't feel like I can play with him, without bursting int to tears and as such he's happily playing on his own.
Does this pass?
Can I ask other parents of ASD toddlers if and how they integrate? We live in a small town in rural surrey so there are no specialist facilities close by. Do I just keep him at home?
I'm so sad. Sorry
. There a lots of posts about how parents feel about diagnosis, so do a search if you haven't already. It's often an emotional time. When my son was 1st diagnosed all I cd see was the autism in everything he did. Also there was a massive lack of reliable info (he's an adult now). What helps, imo, is learning about the condition + how it affects your child as the individual he is. When you've built up your knowledge, you'll feel more confident + it's likely you'll feel strongly on behalf of your son + how difficult life can sometimes be for him + those like him. Also making contact with other parents + organisations can help a lot. Loads of info via the home pg. Also we're always here to help