my daughter has been diagnosed with autism

It's hard when you find out your child is diagnosed with something. I found out my son has something called Leopard Syndrome, very mild case where he is concerned but he has been having so many problems learning. When he goes back to school he is going to get tested for learning disabilities. I have tried to find the answer to why he has always been so different from my other kids. He had heart problems when he was born, needed glasses at almost 2 years old, needs to attend speech therapy at school to help him communicate better, and now being tested for learning disabilities as well. I get frustrated. I run into people who don't understand why he is shorter than average, and his speech isn't that great. He is a charmer to people but as he gets older it brings more attention to himself. The only thing I can suggest is you know your child more than anyone. Don't get just one opinion but several. You don't know how many times I just felt what I was told wasn't right and sure enough I find out there are other alternatives. I am ready to accept the fact if he gets transferred to another school that has the capability to help him, although his siblings might be in another school. You just have to do what is best for your child.

My little sister has Dyslexia and has trouble in school but she has an IEP (Individualized Education Program) which makes the schools give her help where its needed. I hope that helps you in some way.

Your daughter is 9 & your just now finding out she has Autism? Usually you can tell from a very young age if a child has Autism... Did your daughter get diagnosed with Aspergers?

My child is also suspected autism. I was very sad and confused. I do not know what i should do. I then consulting to people who understand about autism. I need to do is choose the right school and make my child independent and focus. My child is now 7 years old. Now my child schools in special schools. My child now has a lot of progress. All you have to do is choose the right school. So your child can be treated with care.

i have a nephew who'd been diagnosed with Autism. He's turning 3 next week and he had improved a lot when my cousin started to enroll him at a therapy. His meltdowns were not yet removed but he started to interact to us by saying hi, hello and good bye.. I suggest though that you should take her to a neurodevelopmental pediatrician and ask for some therapies available and suited for your kid.

The best thing to do is tap in to your local resources. Find places or programs that offer therapy. My son has autism and gets physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. The school will have a lot of resources you can ask around to see what's available. I would also look into any local support groups that focus on parents with special needs children or even specifically parents of children with Autism as your community will know of a lot more resources available around your area and can also help with just teaching you better ways to deal with certain situations. Good luck on your journey and and your daughter's journey of becoming the best she is able to be!

Hi sweetie. My godson was born with autism. A special school is very helpful as they get very good therapy. Try to go for a school with animals. They have a very calming affect on the children and it seems they interact better with people when they had some fun with animals. Strange, but it really is very helfull. You have to be very patient and caring as they seem to catch any mood changes very fast and then they get irritated easily. You can also try and teach her at home after school. Play games with her while teaching. Just love her as always and give more attention, okay. TATA.