University of WA Autism Center eval

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Hi, all!

Well, 's evaluation is done. The psychologist said the two sessions for

his testing went well. The report concluded my son has Autism Spectrum

Disorder (as I suspected). It is yet another label, but an important one.

He is now connected to the Autism Center for resources, referrals and

information. Yeah! I received a guide book called Autism Guidebook for

Washington State (I can't wait to read it). One of the most important

things, I will have a connection for questions when 's behaviors erupt

as they have been the past few years. I asked how a dr. would begin to

understand the nature of those behaviors is he/she only sees once a

year and the psychologist suggested a Developmental Pediatrician. These

pediatricians see their patients 3 or 4 times a year and must be able to

develop a base line from those frequent appts. Now I just have to find one.

Here's to finally making this important connection for my son! I am so

excited that I could not wait to share with everyone because I know you all

understand. J

Janet, son , 20 y/o DS/ASD

WA