My son is 17 and has mild autism. Sometimes it's difficult because he doesn't have very many friends and he wants to do things he just can't do yet like drive. He may be able to get a job next semester though. He is one of the biggest joys in my life. It's hard to watch him struggle though.
2006-11-14 00:21:43 · 4 answers · asked by SheRa 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Special Education
I have a wonderful 12 yrs old son that has a brain stem tumor.He has had seizures since the age of 3.He is developmentally delayed having the abilities of a 4-5 yr old.He too,is my biggest joy.
The tough part is is seeing him struggle with simple day to day tasks.He will never play sports,drive, or hold down a job.Most likely,I'll never have grandchildren.
The joys are seeing him wake up every morning with a huge smile on his face.Saying I love you ,Mommy just melts my heart.We home school and to see the pride on his face when he "got it" on a new subject.
This is a wonderful question.Thank you for allowing me to share my story.I wish you luck with your special angel and hope he goes as far as possible.With a parent like you in his court,he'll do well!!
2006-11-14 01:17:04 · answer #1 · answered by Melissa C 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont have a child of my own, but I gave home schooling to autistic children. The toughest part is knowing you cant give them averthing they want... but who get everything they want anyway? Its just tougher with autistic children because what they want is not really such a big deal like having a helicopter or what so ever, its more plain and simple.... things that children with no special needs get everyday but dont see it as something to chieve or something they want really badly, they see it as something you are suppose to be born with.
I find it so sad that its a dream for a child of autism to be able to drive, and for someone else...they dont really have dreams. Everything comes so easy for them.
The rewards are what keeps you going, seeing there progress. Its the most amazing thing, as you shouyuld see when you think back in the past 17 years, all that he has achieved, and what he is still going to acheive. Congratulations on the job for him. You must be proud he pulled that off too.
I take my hat off for you for what you have done so far. Many people are just too weak. I am sure there is something on the interent for autistic teenagers with the will to drive, Its not like he is not capable of it. He is just gonna have to be more cautious than the others. There is nothing we can do that he cant.
Sorry I have not given you a proper answer but i just wanted to express myself as well.
All the best
XXX
2006-11-14 08:35:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
my nephew has downs syndrome. he is the greatest. only tough parts we ever had with him was his medical conditions whenever they did exist. but the key is to stay healthy as any other person. don't look or treat them as a special needs child. they are normal in every way that we are. that's how we treat my nephew, as if he was a normal child. and to be honest not many people notice that he has any illnesses because of that. he's a high honor roll student and very athletic.
2006-11-14 11:55:58 · answer #3 · answered by y 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son is mildly autistic( PPD-NOS). Although he is an amazing person; with many talents and abilities; he is often shunned by the other children due to some of his quirks.
His friends who he grew up around accept his differences but children that he meets often do not take the time to understand.
2006-11-14 09:44:07 · answer #4 · answered by ishootpix 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋