advice for 10 yr old boy entering puberty

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I have a 22 year old. Puberty was hell for him. We went through

exactly what you are going through. I read once where many Aspie's if

they are not getting the proper treatment and supports can go

psychotic. They may also be diagnosed as having bi-polar. My son did.

He was extremely agressive and violent. He ended up in the hospital

several times. Once my son was diagnoed with bi-polar and getting the

medicines and supports for that - then we got the diagnoses for

Asperger's - Once we got him the supports for that he is a totally

different individual. My advice based on our experience is to get

hooked up with a psychiatrist who has had experience with bi-polar

children and most definitely asperger's. With patience, love, a

knowledgeable health care team, and the right supports...both you and

your son will make it through pubery. We did.

Clemy

ps feel free to email me offlist if you would like to chat more about

your experience. If our experience can help you in any way I am happy

to help - I also have a lot or resources that I am happy to share so

that you don't have to " reinvent the wheel " .