Guest guest Posted November 22, 2002 Report Share Posted November 22, 2002 > i do, if you'd like some info let me know. Karyn > From: Donelle <ecasn@...> > Date: 2002/11/22 Fri PM 04:08:43 EST > Autism_in_Girls > Subject: Re: diagnosis > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 22, 2002 Report Share Posted November 22, 2002 Thanks for your info. I really appreciate it. I'm glad it worked for you! It certainly won't hurt to try. Pati Re: diagnosis I guess I'm wondering, does the cause matter when trying to decide on treatment methods, esp. ABA, and GF & CF diets. From what I have read, there seems to be certain sub-groups under the spectrum that respond differently to treatments and I'm not sure if the cause of their disorder matters. Pati __________________________________________________________________ The NEW Netscape 7.0 browser is now available. Upgrade now! http://channels.netscape.com/ns/browsers/download.jsp Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 23, 2002 Report Share Posted November 23, 2002 Pati, something I ordered from www.unlockingautism.org several months ago was a tape of the 2001 fall DAN! conference (Defeat Autism Now!). It was WONDERFUL!!! Dr. Cave and Dr. Holmes walk through the most understood process of autism and they believe a malfunctioning of the MT protein could be the cause of autism and any heavy metals could trigger the autism behaviors. I highly recommend this tape to any autism parent, I think I paid around $20 shipping included. At any rate, they state that about six months after the heavy metal intrusion the metal can't be detected because it's in the brain cells but there are several tests that are good clues to heavy metal poisoning. I can't tell you the exact tests because the tape is being passed around my " autism community " but they test certain acids and the like in the blood and urine. I personally find these much more accurate than a hair sample, especially if it's been a long time since the probable incident. Also, if you feel you need the shot for her you could always insist that she get a thimerasol-free version and insist that you see the package insert from the vaccine to see if their is mercury in it, the nurses and doctors may not know. One other thing, last winter my daughter was sick literally every 3 weeks all winter. I started her on zinc this past summer and she has rarely had a sniffle, her big sister just had a nasty cold that Allie never got, it's been about 3 weeks now!I don't know if it's coincidence, but I'm keeping up the zinc, lol! Many autistics show an abnormal copper/zinc ratio (too much copper, too little zinc) so that's what made me decide to try the zinc. HTH, Debi > Speaking of mercury poisening, do you know if the hair test is accurate! I have read conflicting reports! > > Also, is' ped. wants her to have a flu shot because of her heart history and weak immune system, she seems to pick up everything and has a hard time getting over illnesses. My concern is, I have read that the flu shot is high in mercury! I'm not sure what I should do. The season is just starting and she is sick right now with a bad cold/virus. Pati > > Re: diagnosis > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 23, 2002 Report Share Posted November 23, 2002 Debi- Thanks so much for the info. I'm sure many others benefited also. I read about the Dan List and I think there is a brand new one from Oct 2002. I was reading about it the other night somewhere on the web:) I've been so many places lately, my favorities list is on overload! I'll check it out again. The Zinc sounds like a good idea. Do you get the Zinc from a regular pharmacy or is it a special order? Is it a chewable tablet? Do you know the proper dosage? Is there anything else you need to give with Zinc? My daughter is 2 1/2 and weighs about 26 pounds. (She's a skinny little thing) Thanks, Pati Re: diagnosis > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2003 Report Share Posted July 15, 2003 In a message dated 7/14/2003 6:26:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, jaynealfie75@... writes: > Looking for a referral for a Doctor in Oklahoma that is qualified to > do the evaluation on our daughter to see if she does actually have > both. I went to the National Down Syndrome Conference in St. Louis > last week and I feel she probably does have autism also but I am not > for sure where to go from here? If not one in Oklahoma, I guess any > information you can share with me would be appreciated. > Hi! You didn't say your name. I don't know any docs in Oklahoma, but just wanted to welcome you and to ask you to tell us more about yourself and your daughter. What's her name? How old is she? What behaviors are of concern to you most? My daughter is 9 and was dx'd by Dr. Capone at KKI at s Hopkins in Baltimore. WE live in Philadelphia, but it feels like a hop, skip and a jump to us...no big deal. Anyway, go to the ds/autism listserv web site and check out the numerous files and information posted there. It's INCREDIBLY helpful. Welcome again. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 My Pediatrician suggested two developmental Pediatricians: Dr. Rubin in Atlanta (Sandy Springs) and Dr. Jack in Carrollton. Hope this helps. Anjellica -----Original Message-----From: autism [mailto:autism ]On Behalf Of ¹éͧàÅç¡Sent: Thursday, May 04, 2006 7:01 PMautism Subject: diagnosisMy son is 3 1/2 with speech delay. He has no other sympthoms of autism. However, my wife and I are concerned and would like to have him evaluated(just for peace of mind). Is there anyone that can suggest where we can have this done? We live in the Forsyth county area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 : Dr. Barbara Dunbar, a developmental psychologist, will do a wonderful, thorough evaluation. She not only described the problems she sees, but gives you concrete things to do to help with the problems. She is located at 1970 Cliff Valley Way, Ste. 107, Atlanta, GA, and her number is 4040-325-8060. She doesn't file insurance, but will give you a form to do it yourself. The cost will depend on how long, but probably be around $300 to $500. " Anjellica Guthrie " <anjellica@...> Sent by: autism 05/05/2006 01:11 AM Please respond to autism To <autism > cc Subject RE: diagnosis My Pediatrician suggested two developmental Pediatricians: Dr. Rubin in Atlanta (Sandy Springs) and Dr. Jack in Carrollton. Hope this helps. Anjellica diagnosis My son is 3 1/2 with speech delay. He has no other sympthoms of autism. However, my wife and I are concerned and would like to have him evaluated(just for peace of mind). Is there anyone that can suggest where we can have this done? We live in the Forsyth county area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 : Dr. Barbara Dunbar, a developmental psychologist, will do a wonderful, thorough evaluation. She not only described the problems she sees, but gives you concrete things to do to help with the problems. She is located at 1970 Cliff Valley Way, Ste. 107, Atlanta, GA, and her number is 4040-325-8060. She doesn't file insurance, but will give you a form to do it yourself. The cost will depend on how long, but probably be around $300 to $500. " Anjellica Guthrie " <anjellica@...> Sent by: autism 05/05/2006 01:11 AM Please respond to autism To <autism > cc Subject RE: diagnosis My Pediatrician suggested two developmental Pediatricians: Dr. Rubin in Atlanta (Sandy Springs) and Dr. Jack in Carrollton. Hope this helps. Anjellica diagnosis My son is 3 1/2 with speech delay. He has no other sympthoms of autism. However, my wife and I are concerned and would like to have him evaluated(just for peace of mind). Is there anyone that can suggest where we can have this done? We live in the Forsyth county area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 we have seen most of the dev peds in atlanta over the past 4yrs. my choice is dr rubin. he is compassionate and takes the time to listen. he will write rx's for whatever tx's, equipment etc we ask for with little to no questions and quickly too boot!! my son has autism and other problems, we are in forsyth as well. you may want to consider attending the next ascend meeting in forsyth. i think the topic of discssion was posted to the group recently. ascend is the autism/asperger support group here. feel free to email me if more questions > > My son is 3 1/2 with speech delay. He has no other sympthoms of > autism. However, my wife and I are concerned and would like to have > him evaluated(just for peace of mind). Is there anyone that can > suggest where we can have this done? We live in the Forsyth county > area. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2006 Report Share Posted May 5, 2006 we have seen most of the dev peds in atlanta over the past 4yrs. my choice is dr rubin. he is compassionate and takes the time to listen. he will write rx's for whatever tx's, equipment etc we ask for with little to no questions and quickly too boot!! my son has autism and other problems, we are in forsyth as well. you may want to consider attending the next ascend meeting in forsyth. i think the topic of discssion was posted to the group recently. ascend is the autism/asperger support group here. feel free to email me if more questions > > My son is 3 1/2 with speech delay. He has no other sympthoms of > autism. However, my wife and I are concerned and would like to have > him evaluated(just for peace of mind). Is there anyone that can > suggest where we can have this done? We live in the Forsyth county > area. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Dr. Rubin's office gives you 2 tests to fill out I believe. You meet with a social worker at your first visit and then with Dr. Rubin for about 2 hours. He definitely diagnoses because he diagnosed my son and signed all Beckett Waiver papers (though I never filed). > > I don't think the developmental pediatricians do the actual testing, but do > an intake/history to come up with a possible diagnosis. I think Rubin > usually refers out for testing. > > Two to try: > > http://www.psychiatry.emory.edu/PROGRAMS/autism/Contact.html > > http://www.atlantachildpsych.com/ > > -- > Kate T. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Dr. Rubin's office gives you 2 tests to fill out I believe. You meet with a social worker at your first visit and then with Dr. Rubin for about 2 hours. He definitely diagnoses because he diagnosed my son and signed all Beckett Waiver papers (though I never filed). > > I don't think the developmental pediatricians do the actual testing, but do > an intake/history to come up with a possible diagnosis. I think Rubin > usually refers out for testing. > > Two to try: > > http://www.psychiatry.emory.edu/PROGRAMS/autism/Contact.html > > http://www.atlantachildpsych.com/ > > -- > Kate T. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 WE HAVE ALSO USED DR RUBIN HE IS ONE THE BEST CARE GIVER WE HAVE FOUND TO USE WHEN IT COME TO THE CARE OF ARE SON HE JUST KNOW THE RIGHT WAY TO DEAL WITH CHILDREN WITH AUTISM GEOFFdannenedrummond <dannenedrummond@...> wrote: Dr. Rubin's office gives you 2 tests to fill out I believe. You meet with a social worker at your first visit and then with Dr. Rubin for about 2 hours. He definitely diagnoses because he diagnosed my son and signed all Beckett Waiver papers (though I never filed). >> I don't think the developmental pediatricians do the actual testing, but do> an intake/history to come up with a possible diagnosis. I think Rubin> usually refers out for testing.> > Two to try:> > http://www.psychiatry.emory.edu/PROGRAMS/autism/Contact.html> > http://www.atlantachildpsych.com/> > --> Kate T.> Messenger with Voice. PC-to-Phone calls for ridiculously low rates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 To clarify, I realize that the developmental peds give diagnoses, but do not do psychological testing. You won't get the typed report with the IQ,adaptive skill levels, language levels, comparison of behaviors to other children with autism, etc. The links I gave are to actually obtain formal testing with a report.-- Kate T.Dr. Rubin's office gives you 2 tests to fill out I believe. Youmeet with a social worker at your first visit and then with Dr.Rubin for about 2 hours. He definitely diagnoses because he diagnosed my son and signed all Beckett Waiver papers (thoughI never filed).>> I don't think the developmental pediatricians do the actualtesting, but do> an intake/history to come up with a possible diagnosis. I think Rubin> usually refers out for testing.>> Two to try:>> http://www.psychiatry.emory.edu/PROGRAMS/autism/Contact.html >> http://www.atlantachildpsych.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Can someone give us Dr. Rubin's address or phone number? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2006 Report Share Posted May 8, 2006 Dr. Rubin is in with the TEAM center and they did all of my daughter's testing to access her needs and to diagnose. They did this prior to referring her out for speech and O/T. She was younger than 5 and didn't need the IQ, etc. They also do O/T and speech therapy there but we lived too far away to be seen weekly. The only thing that Dr Rubin referred us outside of the TEAM center for was speech, O/T, and an office for specific behaviors. We have moved out of the state but miss Dr Rubin's office. They were very complete and answered questions quickly and thoroughly. The only problem that we had there was a specific nurse who seemed to push meds when Dr Rubin had never mentioned meds for my daughter who was 2 yr old-4 yr old at the time. Kate T <hiyewspidey@...> wrote: To clarify, I realize that the developmental peds give diagnoses, but do not do psychological testing. You won't get the typed report with the IQ,adaptive skill levels, language levels, comparison of behaviors to other children with autism, etc. The links I gave are to actually obtain formal testing with a report.-- Kate T.Dr. Rubin's office gives you 2 tests to fill out I believe. Youmeet with a social worker at your first visit and then with Dr.Rubin for about 2 hours. He definitely diagnoses because he diagnosed my son and signed all Beckett Waiver papers (thoughI never filed).>> I don't think the developmental pediatricians do the actualtesting, but do> an intake/history to come up with a possible diagnosis. I think Rubin> usually refers out for testing.>> Two to try:>> http://www.psychiatry.emory.edu/PROGRAMS/autism/Contact.html >> http://www.atlantachildpsych.com/ How low will we go? Check out Messenger’s low PC-to-Phone call rates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 9, 2006 Report Share Posted May 9, 2006 Dr. Rubin (Office assistant’s name is Kelli, Social worker : Wells or ) Tel # 404-303-7247 Developmental Pediatric Specialists 776 Windsor Parkway N.E. Atlanta, GA 30342 From: autism [mailto:autism ] On Behalf Of ¹éͧàÅç¡ Sent: Monday, May 08, 2006 10:54 PM autism Subject: Re: diagnosis Can someone give us Dr. Rubin's address or phone number? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 3, 2007 Report Share Posted January 3, 2007 On Jan 3, 2007, at 7:22 AM, wrote: > Hi All, > > I read the digest daily and post infrequently. I just wanted to share > that we have officially been diagnosed. My beautiful son, , > has been diagnosed with ADHD, mixed oral delay, issues with pragmatic > language, and probable Aspergers. My heart is sad to have confirmed > what I have known for some time. My brain is glad that now we know > his weaknesses, we can better help him to succeed in life. As with > your children, also has a host of medical issues, allergies, > asthma, hypothyroidism, chronic constipation, nutritional > deficiencies, etc.... > I have been treating his medical issues for several years > biomedically. We recently started treatment with Thoughtful House for > Children in Austin, Tx and have seen his asthma and allergies improve > greatly in the last six months. > > I just want to thank all of you for the information you share here > and the work you do politically to change the barbaric medical > practice called vaccination. > > Sincerely, > > > > Good Luck and you seem to be doing a wonderful job. Keep up the great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 He sounds like my lil guy in a lot of ways. Did you take him to the reginal center yet? My story is long if you want to hear it both my kids have autism and my son adhd as we'll as having pdd Looking for love this summer? Find it now on AOL Personals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 I am sorry people are having a hard time with your diagnosis. Elijah was 13 when he was diagnosed and to me and him it was a great relief because it was something I could read and study and help him. So I guess you need to read and study yourself and to know how to calm yourself and help yourself. The best thing is that you know... and you now have a way to start the healing and the helping. From: dillan feller <handyjip@...>Subject: DiagnosisAutism and Aspergers Treatment Date: Tuesday, June 30, 2009, 3:00 PM this is an oddity in this group, but im 16, and I was diagnosed as having asperger's after a LONG test that was performed at child and adolescent services and noone will accept the diagnosis. the school, my ED teacher, even mt counsoler at Child and Adolescent doesnt believe it. but it makes sence in my opinion I have issues with smell, and touch, and sight, in social situations im very akward, and completely lost ive been obsessed "i mean obsessed!!" with either plants, dinosaurs, or wild animals since I was six. I was a very evangelistic christian, and thought everyone needed to be just like me my voice tone is considered annoying by people I use words people dont typically use, and I have no problem being alone all of the time but, what I wanted to know was is this a typical reaction on the part of surrounding adults to a diagnosis of a less noticeable form of autism? both my counsoler, and my father agree that I have "traits" of autism, as do the teachers. this is their way of dismissing it without saying what it really is im not one of those people that typically complain until people share their point of view, but ive done my research, and im pretty smart. I can tell what is going on. and I think its time we stop ignoring the big autistic elephant in the room Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 Have you considered a pediatric neurologist who has experience with autism? I personally would not take the word of teachers as most do not have the training necessary to recognize high functioning autism. What type of therapists is he working with and what is their educational background? A medical diagnosis is provided by a MD or DO, not an educator or team of therapists, although their input can be helpful or hurtful, depending on their own backgrounds and expertise. It would be very helpful to the neurologist if you keep a record of dates and specific behaviors/concerns for at least a month prior to any appointment. It is also helpful that this list include other people's observations. We kept a list on the desktop and entered information many times a day. Our list was over 20 pages long within the first month. We were surprised how many of the behaviors that we took for granted were really symptoms of autism. The list was a very valuable tool for us and the neurologist. During the appointment you request that your list of your observations and concerns be included in your child's medical record. The neurologist most likely will glance through the list during the appointment, saving more intense reading for office hours. This list of your observations and concerns is important because the office visit is short and most people forget all that they want to communicate during the visit. I wish it were easier, but it isn't. Autism has taken the educational and medical establishments by surprise and most working today had the majority of their training long before autism was recognized and taught. One last thing: have you brought your concerns (specifically a list of concerns) to the attention of your child's doctor or nurse practioner? This person would make a refer you to a pediatric neurologist or autism center based on what you are saying. Make sure your list is in your child's general medical records. Sorry for not so neat flow of this reply. I'm on the fly this morning and have to go. Priscilla in Kansas > > Hi I'm new to the group and was hoping someone has a child similar to mine. Trying to figure out why he is delayed has been such a challenge. > > he is 3 1/2 years old and has been with Early Steps and Fiddlr. All of his therapists that he worked with as well as his pre-school teacher say that they don't feel that he is autistic or even on the spectrum...though his teacher did feel that he probably has Sensory Processing Disorder, though only slight. > > My question is what can it be if not autism? He is 2 years behind in his language. He is also pretty delayed with fine and gross motor skills. He has social issues...shuts down in unfamiliar settings, and just recently started screaming when someone he doesn't know says hello. His coloring is way behind...all he can do is scribble. > Basically he is like a 2 year old even though he is almost 4. > He does have great eye contact, has real connections with people,and his comprehension and language is getting better every day. Though, way behind, he seems very intelligent. > > Sound familiar to anyone? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 > > Hi I'm new to the group and was hoping someone has a child similar to mine. Trying to figure out why he is delayed has been such a challenge. > > he is 3 1/2 years old and has been with Early Steps and Fiddlr. All of his therapists that he worked with as well as his pre-school teacher say that they don't feel that he is autistic or even on the spectrum...though his teacher did feel that he probably has Sensory Processing Disorder, though only slight. > > My question is what can it be if not autism? He is 2 years behind in his language. He is also pretty delayed with fine and gross motor skills. He has social issues...shuts down in unfamiliar settings, and just recently started screaming when someone he doesn't know says hello. His coloring is way behind...all he can do is scribble. > Basically he is like a 2 year old even though he is almost 4. > He does have great eye contact, has real connections with people,and his comprehension and language is getting better every day. Though, way behind, he seems very intelligent. > > Sound familiar to anyone? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! > I agree with you. YOu are very intuitive about your situation. Just get all the information on Asperger's SYndrome that you can find, then present this information to your parents and other adults. Some times it's not disbelief in you, but maybe they are ashamed or embarrased about how they may have treated you prior to your diagnosis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 > > Hi I'm new to the group and was hoping someone has a child similar to mine. Trying to figure out why he is delayed has been such a challenge. > > he is 3 1/2 years old and has been with Early Steps and Fiddlr. All of his therapists that he worked with as well as his pre-school teacher say that they don't feel that he is autistic or even on the spectrum...though his teacher did feel that he probably has Sensory Processing Disorder, though only slight. > > My question is what can it be if not autism? He is 2 years behind in his language. He is also pretty delayed with fine and gross motor skills. He has social issues...shuts down in unfamiliar settings, and just recently started screaming when someone he doesn't know says hello. His coloring is way behind...all he can do is scribble. > Basically he is like a 2 year old even though he is almost 4. > He does have great eye contact, has real connections with people,and his comprehension and language is getting better every day. Though, way behind, he seems very intelligent. > > Sound familiar to anyone? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! > Yes, this sounded like my son. MY son was 3 years old, not talking, not potty trained, couldn't handle noise, and still on a bottle. We were able to get him diagnosed at Children's hosptial here in Denver. He was diagnoses with autism with developmental delays. His autism isn't severe, but the developmental delays were. Here he was 3 years old, but he had the mind of a 15 month old. SO, if your cild has been diagnosed with developmental delays you need to find a Child-Neuropsychologist to evaluate him and find out at what age level is he at. Once you get the battery of test completed, the therapist can develop a program to help your child catch up over a period of time. Our son is 12 years old now. He is still behind in some things like social skills and personal hygiene. But, he has improved tremendously in other area such as speaking, comprehension (to a certain point), and engaging with us his parents. We homeschool our son. Here in Denver there are a lot of programs for kids 2-5 years of age. They were great programs. After the programs ended, school was horrible for him. SO after second grade, we started home schooling him and noticed that his autistic behaviors decreased and his IQ has skyrocketed. Here he is 12 years old with a college level IQ. I hope this helps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 14, 2009 Report Share Posted July 14, 2009 Hi, I have a little grandson who was kind of slow getting started. When he was in his 3 year class he did not speak very clearly or very well. Now that he is almost 5 though, next week, he speaks very well. My daughter never did agree to getting him evaluated because we figured he was shy and would catch up in time and didn't want him labeled. His first teacher was very pushy and wouldn't shut up about it and was kind of irritating. He isn't too good at coloring yet but can write his name Lucas, figure he will grow in his skills to write and color. He gets along o.k. with other children now, used to be too shy to play with them. He does have some odd quirks though, he is IN LOVE with trees for instance, when we go out he wants to walk up and touch trees, just insists, and here in my house he takes all my plants, I have quite a few fake plants, ferns and such and he likes to line them up on the counter and just look at them. He is also deathly afraid of spiders again, did this once before and absolutely refuses to go on the swing set outside. However he used to be terribly afraid of water, screamed bloody murder in the tub as the water went in, and even sitting in it he would shriek at hair in the water, etc. but now he goes in the big kids pool and bounds around up to his neck and doesn't have a worry, even if there are sometimes bugs in there. Used to he absolutely REFUSED to go in the door of the public pool, would have nothing to do with it, was really hysterical, but now he goes right in and swims away with the other kids, well bobs around, can't swim yet. At any rate he is a smart little kid, very alert and observant, just a little different we think, not sure for the good or the bad yet, think mostly for the good. Give him time, that is what we did anyway, and he sings and talks fine now, is really quite creative sometimes and is his own little man, has his own mind and stands up for what he believes. Firmly. I kind of like that actually. Carolyn in Oregon Diagnosis Hi I'm new to the group and was hoping someone has a child similar to mine. Trying to figure out why he is delayed has been such a challenge.he is 3 1/2 years old and has been with Early Steps and Fiddlr. All of his therapists that he worked with as well as his pre-school teacher say that they don't feel that he is autistic or even on the spectrum...though his teacher did feel that he probably has Sensory Processing Disorder, though only slight.My question is what can it be if not autism? He is 2 years behind in his language. He is also pretty delayed with fine and gross motor skills. He has social issues...shuts down in unfamiliar settings, and just recently started screaming when someone he doesn't know says hello. His coloring is way behind...all he can do is scribble.Basically he is like a 2 year old even though he is almost 4.He does have great eye contact, has real connections with people,and his comprehension and language is getting better every day. Though, way behind, he seems very intelligent.Sound familiar to anyone? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 15, 2009 Report Share Posted July 15, 2009 he is an english actor and more than that its liked with sucesss thats him have a look at the picture thomas harris From: Carolyn <charper777@...>Autism and Aspergers Treatment Sent: Wednesday, 15 July, 2009 4:23:07 AMSubject: Re: Diagnosis Hi, I have a little grandson who was kind of slow getting started. When he was in his 3 year class he did not speak very clearly or very well. Now that he is almost 5 though, next week, he speaks very well. My daughter never did agree to getting him evaluated because we figured he was shy and would catch up in time and didn't want him labeled. His first teacher was very pushy and wouldn't shut up about it and was kind of irritating. He isn't too good at coloring yet but can write his name Lucas, figure he will grow in his skills to write and color. He gets along o.k. with other children now, used to be too shy to play with them. He does have some odd quirks though, he is IN LOVE with trees for instance, when we go out he wants to walk up and touch trees, just insists, and here in my house he takes all my plants, I have quite a few fake plants, ferns and such and he likes to line them up on the counter and just look at them. He is also deathly afraid of spiders again, did this once before and absolutely refuses to go on the swing set outside. However he used to be terribly afraid of water, screamed bloody murder in the tub as the water went in, and even sitting in it he would shriek at hair in the water, etc. but now he goes in the big kids pool and bounds around up to his neck and doesn't have a worry, even if there are sometimes bugs in there. Used to he absolutely REFUSED to go in the door of the public pool, would have nothing to do with it, was really hysterical, but now he goes right in and swims away with the other kids, well bobs around, can't swim yet. At any rate he is a smart little kid, very alert and observant, just a little different we think, not sure for the good or the bad yet, think mostly for the good. Give him time, that is what we did anyway, and he sings and talks fine now, is really quite creative sometimes and is his own little man, has his own mind and stands up for what he believes.. Firmly. I kind of like that actually. Carolyn in Oregon Diagnosis Hi I'm new to the group and was hoping someone has a child similar to mine. Trying to figure out why he is delayed has been such a challenge.he is 3 1/2 years old and has been with Early Steps and Fiddlr. All of his therapists that he worked with as well as his pre-school teacher say that they don't feel that he is autistic or even on the spectrum...though his teacher did feel that he probably has Sensory Processing Disorder, though only slight.My question is what can it be if not autism? He is 2 years behind in his language. He is also pretty delayed with fine and gross motor skills. He has social issues...shuts down in unfamiliar settings, and just recently started screaming when someone he doesn't know says hello. His coloring is way behind...all he can do is scribble.Basically he is like a 2 year old even though he is almost 4.He does have great eye contact, has real connections with people,and his comprehension and language is getting better every day. Though, way behind, he seems very intelligent.Sound familiar to anyone? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Access 7 Mail on your mobile. Anytime. Anywhere. Show me how. 1 of 1 Photo(s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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