tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post5001841563729508809..comments2024-02-25T11:19:44.035+11:00Comments on The Daily Frostwolf - Druid Edition: Non WoW: The shock of diagnosing Autism Spectrum DisorderUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-52592851228119839292014-03-19T04:13:17.596+11:002014-03-19T04:13:17.596+11:00No matter how much you "knew" what the r...No matter how much you "knew" what the results would be, hearing someone else say it is hard. I know you will do whatever it takes to find a way to help your son improve and grow. Good luck to you & your family! /hugs!!!debhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17247790680519833887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-29317427895048370802014-02-26T23:56:11.156+11:002014-02-26T23:56:11.156+11:00I'm glad he got an early diagnosis. People say...I'm glad he got an early diagnosis. People say it's like every 2nd person has autism these days, but if it helps my son then I'm happy to take the diagnosis and all the therapy that comes with it. I wonder what he will think when he looks back at all this fuss one day!Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-38824616720442323362014-02-26T23:55:13.891+11:002014-02-26T23:55:13.891+11:00Thanks euphy! I'll take all the hugs I can get...Thanks euphy! I'll take all the hugs I can get :DNavimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-52959527553345037482014-02-26T06:24:34.097+11:002014-02-26T06:24:34.097+11:00Hi Navi /waves. I agree with everyone else that yo...Hi Navi /waves. I agree with everyone else that you sound like you're doing an awesome job & are clearly a fab Mum! I have a similar 'story' to Ayelena - a family friend was diagnosed with Aspergers at 14/15 but the diagnosis and adjustment combined with puberty made for a rather tricky time for the family. Yes it explained a lot of his behaviour but it wasn't easy and the school didn't really have time to adjust their teaching before he left. So I think it's really wise to get the diagnosis early and that way the school can tailor their style for your sons benefit.Jojohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14075991022814021056noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-4079980471991074312014-02-26T03:17:24.091+11:002014-02-26T03:17:24.091+11:00After reading this Navi, all I can say is your son...After reading this Navi, all I can say is your son is so incredibly lucky to have such an amazing mom. I wish all of you the best, and know that I'm throwing some ginormous virtual hugs your way. <3 <3Euphyleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17525972326941225162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-59601661656587988842014-02-26T02:22:47.460+11:002014-02-26T02:22:47.460+11:00I think i sound more amazing in this post than I f...I think i sound more amazing in this post than I feel, and my little boy is beautiful at times - lol sometimes I think only a parent can see it! Big hugs back to you my friend, and thank you!Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-80935014957259156912014-02-26T02:22:00.144+11:002014-02-26T02:22:00.144+11:00Thank you Sprowt! Your kind words make me feel be...Thank you Sprowt! Your kind words make me feel better about sharing /big hugs back.Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-7657643661387103252014-02-26T02:20:59.477+11:002014-02-26T02:20:59.477+11:00Thanks Anou! Gosh you have two and I am complainin...Thanks Anou! Gosh you have two and I am complaining about my one - hats off to you! I will take your advice and just breathe every now and then - because the other fear I have is that I get all wrapped up in it and become resentful of trying to be the perfect parent when I'm not.Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-52909258601649029192014-02-26T02:12:08.288+11:002014-02-26T02:12:08.288+11:00Thanks Doc! It is a such a relief to find an answe...Thanks Doc! It is a such a relief to find an answer, though sometimes the answer isn't what we want to hear. People think it's some kind of disease with a cure, rather than a lifelong condition which just needs coping strategies - but I think you and I know better than that.Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-30044487973984154682014-02-26T02:09:44.575+11:002014-02-26T02:09:44.575+11:00Thanks Tyle <3 I will probably ask you about y...Thanks Tyle <3 I will probably ask you about your brother more when I see you online (when you're in hearthstone since I hardly see you in game lately)Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-12859600527320032042014-02-26T02:08:57.713+11:002014-02-26T02:08:57.713+11:00I can only try! Wanting to stick a label on him w...I can only try! Wanting to stick a label on him was hard, but it has given us direction and a pathway, which is a good thing. Thanks Erinys <3Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-68220840390761356992014-02-26T02:08:04.881+11:002014-02-26T02:08:04.881+11:00I spoke to the principal later in the day and he w...I spoke to the principal later in the day and he was very supportive and said that we should do our best to fit him into mainstream school. My son is mild compared to some of the other children there, and he was more concerned about behavioural abnormalities which could be dangerous, or running away (which my son does not do, really). Corael has great parents in you and Mrs Ayelena and I often look at what you guys have done and hope I can do the same.Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-43987491037182117052014-02-26T02:06:06.696+11:002014-02-26T02:06:06.696+11:00Thank you Godmother, from one mother to another :D...Thank you Godmother, from one mother to another :D When my son grows up, we may look on all this one day and wonder what all the fuss was about - I can only hope!Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-90316414893591021352014-02-26T02:05:01.622+11:002014-02-26T02:05:01.622+11:00The guilt part is always there Kam, and I know I s...The guilt part is always there Kam, and I know I shouldn't feel guilty but it's so hard! Maybe I shouldn't have done this whilst I was pregnant, maybe I should have sang him more nursery rhymes, maybe I should have started investigating when he was two... but I know that in the end it doesn't matter because i am doing something now, right? Thanks for the well wishes <3Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-75060215436135181232014-02-26T01:57:59.950+11:002014-02-26T01:57:59.950+11:00I have taken a few videos with him - and he does l...I have taken a few videos with him - and he does love taking pictures (you would be proud, he likes taking pictures of FOOD) with my phone - so I have plenty of memories of him at this happy cute age. Thanks Cym <3Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-49426998479279759652014-02-26T01:56:51.559+11:002014-02-26T01:56:51.559+11:00Thank you for that! And your email was lovely - wo...Thank you for that! And your email was lovely - wow that would have made a longass comment! <3Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-91337311529348412222014-02-26T01:56:19.648+11:002014-02-26T01:56:19.648+11:00Thanks Lyss! I am doing all I can, and I wonder i...Thanks Lyss! I am doing all I can, and I wonder if it's enough, but I am trying as hard as I can (which is all I can do, really!)Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-15083432602744168752014-02-26T01:55:43.668+11:002014-02-26T01:55:43.668+11:00Thanks for encouraging me to write about it, I do ...Thanks for encouraging me to write about it, I do feel a bit better now I let it out a bit. I don't know about it helping anyone else though - but maybe any other parent out there who struggles with similar things to me, might be able to go and seek the help in the right places after reading this.Navimiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08504557372435466448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-42341725916704356242014-02-26T00:56:16.216+11:002014-02-26T00:56:16.216+11:00Big hugs Navi to you and your family. Finding help...Big hugs Navi to you and your family. Finding help early is always a good thing and it sounds like you're doing an amazing job already. I'm sure there are plenty of people out there that wouldn't be taking the trouble you are. It sounds like your son is a beautiful little boy and incredibly lucky to have a mum like you xx zeirahhttp://zisforzeirah.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-5369167220384641062014-02-25T23:02:15.159+11:002014-02-25T23:02:15.159+11:00I can't say a lot about this, as I've not ...I can't say a lot about this, as I've not had the experience. I do know (cliche incoming) that every child is different - regardless of any underlying condition. I've known children both with problems and not, who are difficult to manage and others who are loving and friendly. As long as you have the help and support you all need, I'm sure he will be fine. *much hugs*Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-12651367477386100242014-02-25T14:23:41.182+11:002014-02-25T14:23:41.182+11:00Hey Navie. Really sorry to hear of the struggles y...Hey Navie. Really sorry to hear of the struggles you are facing and will continue to face. I think the most important thing here to remember is not to doubt yourself. The fact that you're getting all this help for him and putting so much energy into each and every day proves you are an amazing parent, and your son is very lucky to have you. Chin up! I have 2 children with ADD, I know how frustrating and emotional it can get. Make sure to stop and breathe. Surround yourself with a support network to have time off/away, or just to talk. Lots of luck! My prayers are with you! :D <3Elisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05511825696208377935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-66445824247493148132014-02-25T11:05:58.154+11:002014-02-25T11:05:58.154+11:00Admitting things aren't normal is a hard thing...Admitting things aren't normal is a hard thing to do. My brother is bipolar, and was diagnosed very young. Things were pretty bad until my parents found the help he needed. and support.Doctor in Progresshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01269570170339545209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-3749782637208413242014-02-25T09:49:39.042+11:002014-02-25T09:49:39.042+11:00You're doing good for your son. You realized t...You're doing good for your son. You realized that he wasn't progressing as expected and have gone though the steps to help him. I remember that my brother was about three when he was diagnosed as autistic. He just didn't speak at all. I'm certain that you will do everything within your power to make sure your son has the assistance he needs to succeed at anything he wants to do.Tyledreshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05127426680444385232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-47650994062327014792014-02-25T09:10:02.591+11:002014-02-25T09:10:02.591+11:00My nephew is in a similar place although a few yea...My nephew is in a similar place although a few years further down the line and according to my sister-in-law, the hardest aspect so far was admitting that something was wrong and getting the tests run. I have no doubt that you'll do a brilliant job.Erinyshttp://harpysnest.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9139205590317840868.post-15521843391918311462014-02-25T05:39:38.144+11:002014-02-25T05:39:38.144+11:00Hey Navi, Corael has Asperger's Syndrome and h...Hey Navi, Corael has Asperger's Syndrome and he was only diagnosed when he got to high school. It was a hard slog for missus Ayelena and me until that diagnosis as he was always in trouble at primary school and had a number of suspensions. But after the diagnosis, it seemed his life and ours turned that much needed corner. The school is able to get extra assistance, which covers the learning of social interaction skills and such. I recommend you speak with the school as soon as possible, as they should be able to get the same sort of assistance in for your son. Corael is now 20 and still having issues on the job front, but we are supportive and I constantly try to help him. I know you'll do well and having the diagnosis so early, will only benefit you all, as you now have a direction.<br /><br />AyelenaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com