It is no secret that we have difficult children and things can be very challenging around our home. Mr. Mason, in particular, has a very difficult time with things that are very basic. He has been a handful and requires constant supervision. We have seen many specialists and today we finally received his diagnosis. It does not come a surprise to us, as we have felt like this is what he had through our research and readings. He previously had been diagnosed with ADHD at the age of two. Today, however, he was given the diagnosis of Autism. Although we knew that there was just something different about him and had suspected this disorder, it is still a difficult diagnosis to swallow. It is hard to see the struggles that he goes through on a daily basis and to know that there is nothing we can do to help him is just plain awful. We are so grateful to have this very special young man in our lives. He has blessed so many at such a young age. I hope and pray that he will continue to grow and recognize the things that his body is trying to tell him so that he can learn to control himself and his urges. So, if you happen to meet or know someone who has autism here are my thoughts on these special individuals.
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4 comments:
Oh Raelynn...I feel releived for you!! We are praying for the day when we will have a diagnosis...It is tough to swallow, but also such a blessing. Good luck...Mason is so lucky to have you on his side...what a blessing for him to have someone fighting to get him everything he needs to be successful.
We love you and your family so much!
Camie
He has definitely come to the right family. He is blessed as you will be! :) PS happy birthday and again, love your hair!
You are the best mommy every and will do everything in your power to meet his needs. Today you are closer to being able to understand him. Hang in there!
Mason is one lucky little guy to be a part of your precious family. I'm sorry about his diagnosis, that can't be easy but I'm glad that you'll finally have some answers and a direction for him.
I have a friend with a 5 year old with Aspergers and they have discovered that changes in his diet (no gluten, no red dye, etc)have been very helpful for him. Just a thought. Good luck on this journey.. your family will be in our prayers. :)
& did I hear you just had a birthday? HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
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