DIAGNOSIS

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> 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

>

>

[Guest guest]

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

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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

>

>

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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

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>

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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

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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.

[Guest guest]

:

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 "

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05/05/2006 01:11 AM

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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.

[Guest guest]

:

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

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autism

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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.

[Guest guest]

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.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

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.

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

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.

>

[Guest guest]

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.

>

[Guest guest]

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.>

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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/

[Guest guest]

Can someone give us Dr. Rubin's address or phone number?

Thanks.

[Guest guest]

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/

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

[Guest guest]

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!

>

[Guest guest]

>

> 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.

[Guest guest]

>

> 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!

[Guest guest]

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!

[Guest guest]

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!

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