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 ASD/Autism Support Group : below school age, Recent diagnosis or suspected ASD welcome |
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Hello all, a dear friend of mine has a 4.5yo son diagnosed as ASD some time ago. Today she got the official news that her 2.5yo daughter has been assessed as ASD.
Can someone point me in the direction of information so I can better understand ASD - I have listened over the past 18 months, but not all of it makes sense to me and I thought doing some independent reading would help me be a better listener. Also, she is devestated by today's news and is blaming herself - there must be something wrong with her as this has manifested in both her children. Can anyone advise me on how to help her emotionally at the moment? We are not geographically close, but we talk at least three times a week. We have been friends for 20 years and I feel so helpless about not even being able to give her a hug. Thank-you |
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Mamabug, what a dear friend you are. I imagine it must be very hard for you not knowing exactly how to best support your friend.
As for reading, I think that "The Australian Autism Handbook" is one of the best resources out there. You can find it at most big bookstores but probably a better place is at your local library or order on line: http://www.fishpond.com.au/Books/Australia...autism+handbook There is a very good chapter in it directed toward loves ones of families whose kids have been diagnosed with ASD. There are also some good "overview" resources on The Raising Children With Autism web site: http://raisingchildren.net.au/learning_abo...out_autism.html http://raisingchildren.net.au/articles/aut...tml/context/986 I think the most important thing you can do for her is just be there (even via telephone and email) as a safe harbour where she can share her worries, her fears, and her joys. One of the nicest things a friend said to me was "I don't know exactly what you are going through, but I am here for you in whatever way you need me." And she has been! Best wishes to your friend. You are a lovely person for being so supportive. |
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