Comments | banskid: Asperger's

banskid

Asperger's

Aug 11, 2008 15:44

After four years of testing, doctor's appointments and screenings, Tobias was just diagnosed with Asperger's.
Despite knowing there was something unique about him, the news isn't as easy to take as I thought it would be.

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nwhyte August 11 2008, 20:55:09 UTC

It's rough. But at least it is a certain closure. It's the point you will look back on as reference for all that happens next. Stay in touch.

banskid August 12 2008, 12:07:36 UTC

There really is a bit of closure to it.
It's somewhat of a victory to finally have a name to what I've been noticing for so long.
I just have so much to learn.

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banskid August 12 2008, 12:13:29 UTC

You always were a great resource.
I'd love to hear about any suggestions you have to make his day run more smoothly at school.
Email me at jlorn07@gmail.com so I have your email address :)

creepy1966 August 12 2008, 00:34:42 UTC

He'll be okay..Don't worry.
Everyone is convinced that I have it, and while growing up was hard it got better. You eventually learn to work with what you have. Being aware of it will help so much more.

banskid August 12 2008, 12:15:00 UTC

I think knowing what makes Toby see the world the way he does will help him as he grows up too.
I'm hoping it will help him ease into adolescence a little more smoothly.
I've always cherised his quirkiness, it's the rest of the world I'm worried about.

creepy1966 August 13 2008, 00:07:05 UTC

If his situation is anything like mine he may be a serious outsider, but he'll make it where other people couldn't. But that makes it better...

The Missus says that she really thinks I'm just a massive dick, then she realizes it's the way I'm wired. Back in the day they didn't even diagnose that jive, so you were just stuck with it. Now there's awareness and ways to help him adapt.

You're a pretty hardcore mother and are seriously devoted...T.'s gonna be cool.

It's not always as gloomy as it seems johncounsel August 12 2008, 01:32:57 UTC

I'm the Aspie son of an Aspie mother and father of five Aspie kidsm now all adults ( ... )

Re: It's not always as gloomy as it seems banskid August 12 2008, 12:18:18 UTC

It definitely does help, thank you.
What interesting family gatherings you must have.
I love the way Toby sees the world.
Even though he's only five, conversations with him can be as entertaining as any I have with other adults.
His little mind fascinates me.
In talking with the psychologist yesterday I realize I have so much to learn.
It's wonderful to know that he can (and will) grow up to be successful and most importantly, happy.