Hi all,
DS had his assessment yesterday and although we don't have the results the Specialist said he expects it to show that DS has SPD with Autistic traits but not actually ASD.
I have concerns about this as a probably diagnosis...
I've long debated with myself over the pros and cons of seeking a diagnosis. I don't want DS to be 'labelled' with anything that may limit his opportunities in later life. However I feel that a diagnosis is necessary for him to gain access to the help and support that he will need integrating into a mainstream society, especially at school.
Clearly I don't want my son to have ASD, I'd rather he had no problems at all, but I'm concerned that without this as a formal diagnosis he won't get access to the help he needs. I feel that SPD is looked upon by many as a "wishy washy" diagnosis reserved for children who are just quirky or have behavioural problems (this is obviously not my view but I'm worried teachers and other professionals may think so).
It also doesn't seem to address or answer his physical difficulties (hand flapping, finger flicking, low tone and hypermobility)...
Has anyone had any experience of this as a diagnosis and what services are available? I'd love it if someone could allay my concerns and tell me that he will still be eligible for all the same support at school that he might be entitled to if the diagnosis were ASD...
Thanks all