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To think life shouldn't be this hard all the time?

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NotEver0 · 26/03/2021 14:50

My son has severe non verbal Autism,with severe learning disabilities.Hes now been crying for a whole week and we dont know why.By crying i actually mean allday.His doctor was very little help and suggested calming techniques and really couldn't get me off the phone fast enough(because i hadnt of course tried them already!)took him to A&e they couldnt think what it could be and did usual checks,hes been sent home from school as they said hes distressing other kids and wont be comforted.ive gave him calpol in case hes hurting,but its had no effect.Its the most distressing thing ever and highlights by far the cruellest part of his autism,that he cant speak and say whats wrong.
Im so broken today,life is dragging me about on my knees.i keep waking up hoping hes over whatever it is.Last summer he did this for a full month.Hes waking at 2am everyday,sleeping barely 5 hours. Nothing is distracting him from his distress.Hes 10.

OP posts:
Ephe17 · 02/04/2021 08:09

4000 IU's Vitamin D.

Yodeldodeldo · 02/04/2021 08:16

Just a thought, has anyone checked his teeth?

OP I wish you both well and strength, it sounds like such a difficult situation for you. I hope things improve soon

Workinghardeveryday · 02/04/2021 08:28

After reading all your posts, I just wanted to say I think you’re amazing mum. So pleased to hear he is a bit better, hopefully he will be back to his smiling self very soon x

LadyOfLittleLeisure · 02/04/2021 08:50

It's not true that social workers / respite workers can't support you practically during Covid as they're an essential service. We get respite care and professionals are allowed in our home and close contact with the boys. Don't let them fob you off. Xxx

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