My 8yo DS is autistic, but fairly 'high-functioning' in that he manages fine in mainstream school etc.
When he does extra-curricular activities, I usually let the teacher know ahead of time about his diagnosis, often with a word of explanation about eg his coping strategies. My thinking is that it's easier to deal with a child if you know what they are dealing with themselves.
But then I worry that I am letting him down by a) disclosing medical information and b) setting him up to be treated differently in line with whatever stereotypes the teacher holds.
Any thoughts?
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To tell teachers at extra-curricular activities about my DS's autism?
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Allfednonedead · 13/03/2019 11:42
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