Mixed emotions

[yola]

Alex, I have to say that having a diagnosis HAS to be good news. You can put all worries and doubts and what-ifs behind you and focus on helping Hayley work with her condition.

There was a boy at Sebi and Domi's previous school with quite pronounced Aspergers and his behaviour was difficult when he was confronted with new and unfamiliar things. However Aidan could read anything - phone book, cornflake packet and even book at the age of 3. He was, and is extremely bright and able, polite and sweet, just needs help to deal with everyday changes in routine.

I'd like to wish you and your family all the best in moving forward - I'm sure you'll now get the help you need for Hayley.

[MrsH]

Not so many years ago Asperger's wasn't diagnosed but now there is so much help available, I'm sure it's loads better to have the diagnosis than be left wondering. Hayley should get all the support needed to help her achieve her scientific ambitions, but keep a close eye on things to make sure the correct level of support is always provided and accept no excuses whatsoever from the system! ((hugs))

[Shelley123]

Alex, it must be a shock to actualy have a diagnosis and you probably don't know how to feel about it.
She should get all the help she needs now and will probably achieve her ambition to be a scientist.
It's surprising how many people have grown up thinking they are odd and then they are diagnosed with aspergers, i should think it helps the person to understand their own behaviour and perhaps gives an insight on how to deal with it.

[Kim]

My best friend, Mandy's son had aspergers (he was the one who died in his sleep in March if you remember) She faced lots of challenges with him, but he was also a lovely lad who gave her lots of joy too. I am sure that Hayley will get lots of help now and there are lots of support groups around too. Lots more is known and understood about aspergers now. There is no reason why she shouldn't achieve all that she wants to. ((hugs))