...It's an SCD assessment for "suspected" autism. And I do strongly suspect he will be diagnosed with Autism sooner or later. All professionals are on board (nursery, HV, EY, etc). But I still feel as though I need a little hand-holding...
Disclosure and background: I've been able to work with a SEN support group these past few months (which is AMAZING, supportive and ever-so enlightening). Last week we were invited to the CDC where DS will be going for his assessment. I was able to ask lots of questions... and learned that DS2 may receive a diagnosis on the same day (a 2 hour appointment, with questionnaires I need to fill in beforehand). Until this, I honestly thought this would just be an initial appointment, with many more to follow. This is happening a lot faster than I expected...
I just keep wondering... what if DS behaves spectacularly well on the day - in stark contrast to his half-term several-times-a-day meltdowns... Should I be keeping a detailed diary? Videoing his episodes/examples of behaviour?
Those of you who strongly suspected your DC were on the spectrum prior to diagnosis - was your initial reaction one of vilification or did you still feel upset?
Apologies if this all seems like nonsense. As each day draws closer to that appointment, I feel more dread and worry.
Any advice would be gratefully received
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bedelia · 30/10/2015 02:40
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