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[Storm Bride]

Just wanted to update...saw the first specialist (child psychiatrist) today. I actually didn't bring up autism, because I was just answering her questions. After having ds2 come in for a little bit, she brought up ASD, and advised me to do some reading on Aspergers. I'm seeing her (alone) again tomorrow, and she's planning to refer ds2 to the clinic I mentioned upthread. She said his behaviour is "quite typical" of kids with Aspergers.

So...not sure how long we'll be waitlisted once I see her tomorrow, but the wheels are turning a lot more quickly than the last time I tried this!

[The4OfUs]

[Magella]

Lisa, that sounds like great news. 

Good luck! 

[Imakcerka]

I'm so glad things are working out for you and your DS and I'm really happy to hear it's been much easier. Hugs Lisa!!!

[Peggy O'Mara]

This is such great news. I wanted to suggest a place that helped our family as they specialize in autism and mental health challenges, The Pfeiffer Medical Center. They can help you get a handle on your son's particular biochemistry so you can know more specifically how to help him.

Others may have already said this, but a class for you son where he can build things might help.

And, I wonder, as he's more difficult in the morning if his blood sugar gets too low. Would it help if he had a snack right before bed or something set out to eat first thing in the morning.

I'm glad you're close to a disgnosis. It's a hard journey. I hope you can get some rest.

[minkin03]

Originally Posted by Peggy O'Mara 

This is such great news. I wanted to suggest a place that helped our family as they specialize in autism and mental health challenges, The Pfeiffer Medical Center. They can help you get a handle on your son's particular biochemistry so you can know more specifically how to help him.

Others may have already said this, but a class for you son where he can build things might help.

And, I wonder, as he's more difficult in the morning if his blood sugar gets too low. Would it help if he had a snack right before bed or something set out to eat first thing in the morning.

I'm glad you're close to a disgnosis. It's a hard journey. I hope you can get some rest.

Not sure if you noticed, but stormbride lives in Vancouver which is rather far from Illinois.

Stormbride, glad to hear things are going well for you!