itsmee
6 Answers
Bob/PKB
Best answer!
Do you know for a fact the child has been diagnosed, or are you making a judgment call?
If you know there has been a diagnosis, then you heard it through gossip, because you mentioned that your friend doesn't say anything to you about it, NO, you don't make a comment. If your friend wanted you to know, then your friend would tell you. To make a comment about something you aren't supposed to know is just wrong. Be quiet.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 1 | |
nomdeplume
She almost certainly knows but is in denial. I read recently that some companies are actively recruiting autists as they have special traits that non-autists don't- attention to detail, amaxing recall, ability to concentrate. Aspergers and autism are perhaps talents, not handicaps.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 5 | |
Denial ... maybe. Good suggestion.
I don’t understand the term “autists” Does a person hired as an autist have the problem or are they’" autist artists "- (a person who somehow has skills to understand and help)
I’m not sure this post is understandable.
I do believe the condition is incurable but maybe it’s good to start fairly early to recognize what’s good.
My friend may be getting ready to talk about it. Yesterday, she reminded her little son to look me in the eyes when they left.
sunnyB
If they are really close friends it shouldn't matter as long as you make helpful comments. They may think you don't know or understand the problems, and you could help by letting them know you understand and want to help. My wife worked with children with all sorts of special needs ( autism, downsyndrome, behaviour problems ) for about 30 years, and she just naturally puts herself forward to help people who have children or adults with these problems.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 4 | |
desert_prencess
I work with parent who have children with Mental Illness and Autism / Autism spectrum disorders.
First off I want to point out that Einstein and Newton both had Aspergers and were both Bi-Polar.
Then I want to say yes I believe you can say it with out killing her inside . I have to do a lot. But its important for parents to know what kind of serves they can get for their child and its been proven that early childhood intervention makes a world of difference. the more time you waste on telling her the more time that child is losing. Its the lessor of two evils. And with behavior modification and services the quicker the better.
Its hard, believe me, but worth it if they the help they need.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 4 | |
Thank you for your comments. I want the best for her and her little boy. I think the problem is I’m just not sure enough. Her son is four. I will keep your words in mind and listen closely to her words.. <3
There are a lot of medical centers that will test him properly. If you need more info let me know.
mycatsmom
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