Hi my 23 month old son recently got a working diagnosis of autism. I feel quite alone with it all and I'm sick of people just bypassing me when I try talk about it like it means nothing because they don't have a child with problems. I feel like I can't talk to my friends about it because they domt understand it. Some days I feel a bit isolated in the house with it and wish there was like a group I could go to and meet other parents with children similar to mine but there seems little on that would fit in with my older sons preschool run . Just looking to chat really!
Sort of know how you feel, although my son (aged 10) has had a diagnosis for 4 years now. Although it came as a relief - we were being accused of being bad parents - there's still a real grieving process to go through. Although that gets easier, when things aren't going well with him, I still find myself having another cry for the fact that he, and we as a family, have to go through all this. I think though, you do find out in time who will be there for you. There will be some friends and family who really look out for you, even if they don't have the same experience. And forums like this are great as you know you're not on your own.
Hiya, I'm new too. My son is 5 and has just been diagnosed with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Our diagnosis was a massive relief as I have spent last 3 years convinced I was bad parent. I too feel quite isolated as my family are 300 miles away and my hubby's family are lot older but they do now listen, despite the years of "he's just like his dad was" and "he's fine stop worrying". Consultant has referred us to support groups and school have given us details of other groups within the county. I'm looking forward to speaking to other parents and getting tips on here.
hi i have a 4year old who was diagnosed last year with autium, your not alone, i no how you feel im still coming to turns with it all, its a big shock, ive even tryed to explain to family members but they dont understand, its alot to take in, every day you face new challanges, i no its very hard, im very isloated aswell, feel very alone alot of days, but you have to rise above it, for your childs sake, theirs loads of support groups might even be one in your area,
