when do i tell my son(who has aspergers) that he has aspergers. He is 9 years old.
2007-03-18 01:51:52 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
Why not tell him now? Explain to him that that is the reasin that he acts out the way he does. He is old enough to understand if you explain it simply.
http://www.suite101.com/reference/telling_the_children
http://www.svcmc.org/1675.cfm
2007-03-18 01:59:10 · answer #1 · answered by dragonkisses 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Every child is different and only you can know when the time is right,My son has aspergers I didn't tell him until he was 12, I didn't want him to think it was an excuse for some of his behavior. He is 18 now and is a great kid, he is studying computer programming,and getting distinctions It hasn't been an easy road but with your love and support and just as importantly the school these kids have a lot to offer they will always be a little different but usually excel in their chosen fields. The laughs you get along the way with their directness (mind you at times you could cringe) and watching them grow into the beautiful people they are make all the hard work worth it.
2007-03-18 18:09:04 · answer #2 · answered by homechestnut 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there. You know, I work with children that have Asperger's Syndrome. This really isn't the worst fate in the world. It means that your child is going to be just a little different, very smart, truth-seeking, focused, witty, and maybe sometimes a bit clumbsy. These kids are really quite beautiful and special, I think. You can tell him, but please don't make it a dramatic ordeal! He's probably already aware that he thinks a little differently from the people around him. If he has social problems, you will want to work very hard with him on how he approaches socializing-he will think too much, try to analyze, and won't come across very approachable. It's totally okay though, and sincerely managable!
Tell him if you want, but just don't make it a big deal! Aspie kids are fantastic and as long as you keep your cool on the matter, they will too.
Good luck!
2007-03-18 01:59:48 · answer #3 · answered by Jean Low 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just had a chat with my partner about your question (he works for an association that deals with amongst other things people who suffer from aspergers and autism) and he seems to think that he may not grasp the fact even if you tell him, it's not as severe as autism. There are lots of organizations out there, Do you live in England? If so a good start may be The Apergers association in the west Midlands, Mencap may guide you too. Good luck and our thoughts are with you both
2007-03-18 02:04:47 · answer #4 · answered by mia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him that he is good company. Steven Spielberg says that he has Asperger's. Woody Allen and Bill Gates have it too.
Famous people with Asperger's:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Speculation_of_famous_people_who_might_have_autism
http://www.anxietyzone.com/conditions/aspergers_syndrome.html
2007-03-18 03:19:53 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell your kid about his Aspergers when he is adleast 15 because he will be more mature, and old enough to understand it then.
2007-03-18 13:21:40 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each child with Asbergers is unique so you should talk to his psychologist and the other professionals. Has he been tested for special education? As a teacher I have had several kids with this as students, each unique and each a joy to know. Good luck!
2007-03-18 02:04:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anna W 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
very interesting, thanks for sharing, i've never heard of that!
2007-03-18 02:03:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋