LJ Idol 10.16 - Thunderclap

[banana_galaxy]

"Does he have any sensitivity to sound, or different textures he does or doesn't like to touch

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[adoptedwriter]

I think we all have these quirks, sensory issues, what have you to one degree or another. (I can't stand coconut...the taste, consistency in my mouth nor the odor) We're all on a spectrum...It's just where we draw the lines.
Just my opinion.

[banana_galaxy]

I imagine you're just trying to relate on some level, but I felt like this came across as a little dismissive of people who actually have ASD and struggle with the associated symptoms.

I could've gone into a lot more detail about the difficulties I've had throughout my life, but I tried to keep it somewhat brief. I don't know if that meant I came across as more dismissive of how I've struggled with possible ASD over the years.

[adoptedwriter]

So sorry! I never meant it in that way.

[penpusher]

Sometimes it's just realizing that the problem you must negotiate has a name, has been dealt with by others, has a method of treatment, that can completely change a life.

[banana_galaxy]

Yes, definitely. Although I feel like naming it has brought more awareness to the issues that I'd been able to ignore before, which is a little troubling because it means I focus more on them now.

[banana_galaxy]

I had a long debate with myself about whether or not it was worth seeking an official diagnosis. It was talking with Leo's psychiatrist about it that led me to contact my therapist about setting up and appointment. It's mainly for peace of mind, an answer, rather than any medical need. But I feel like it could go a long way in helping me understand my son better too. If I had any paid employment, then it would allow me to have some workplace concessions, but I don't see myself finding paid employment any time soon.

[banana_galaxy]

Yeah, I think that's why they have to evaluate the whole picture. I've been affected by the social side of things my whole life, but it had never occurred to me that all these other things I do and experience could be related to that.

[bleodswean]

Getting a diagnosis can be such a double-edged thing. It makes HUGE differences in how you can improve your son's education, but it also can create mountains to scale where there weren't any before. I wish you all the best in this journey.

[banana_galaxy]

So far I feel like the only mountains we've had to deal with is all the time consuming appointments, but at the end of the day, they'll be worth it, because he'll be getting the support he needs to function better on his own. Thanks. :)