I want you to know how excellent it is that you are working to help your child. Getting her help early in life for the DID is outstanding. I am guessing you've had a hard time with the ASD alone.
I have DID but didn't find out until late in life. I didn't know it. Does your child know what is happening?
One thing you can do is affirm whatever part is out and functioning. Each part is your daughter. I sometimes say, "most people change gears; I switch vehicles." That is to say, all of it is 'me.' You know your daughter better than anyone else does. Love her. Support her. Affirm her.
And for you, figuring out what may have happened to her to bring forth DID is a big task. Hang in there.
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Originally Posted by irishmaiden78
Hello everyone,
We are working on a diagnosis of DID for my 13 year old daughter with ASD. We know she has at least 5 personalities that are very distinct. My question is, how would you suggest we approach this as it's new for us all? With the ASD it can be hard to separate things as a lot of things are comorbid. I know how to handle the ASD as that's something I am familiar with. All suggestions and pointers are more than welcome!
Thanks!
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