ASD diagnosis

[aladdinsane]

my DS 15 has always had serious communication problems -poor social skills, no eye contact, delayed speech
Early in primary school he got an adhd diagnosis - he does have the attention span of a goldfish and has obsssions
Once he hit puberty he started with chronic social anxiety so we asked again for assessment
He is now diagnosed with ASD
I was not surprised and felt quite elated after the appointment - relieved that he can get support
Now, after having time to reflect, i am upset - perhaps the realisation that he will have a tough life, that he is not going to change
I feel like i should be doing something but im not sure what
I also feel guilty that he has got to 15 and i should have pushed for further assessment when he was younger

aladdinsane, I think it is natural to have mixed emotions after the diagnosis. Give yourself some time to let it sink in, and then you can think about what to do next in terms of getting support and services - hopefully there will be some support for you too. And above all don't feel guilty - your DS is lucky to have you.

Bump and

thank you both
I am reminding myself that nothing has really changed, he is still my ds and i still love him
I need to get a grip and find out what support is available