[Dreamy01]

I have a son with severe autism and learning difficulties. Can anyone send prayers for a smooth transition to secondary school? We're both having a very painful time with it. He was crying in bed last night and although he can't tell me I know he's frightened because people are telling him he's going to a new school. He's been at the current one for 8 years and has grown up there Change is devastating for children with autism, far more than typical children. He doesn't have the language to communicate his distress in words and usual reassurances don't work the same way. I'd be grateful if anyone can help, thanks.

((((hugs))))

My daughter has suspected autism and at first I wasn't that sure that she has it but now I have read a lot into it, My daughter hates change so much, I will keep your son in my thoughts, My daughter started a new school last week and she was so worried about it

[Miss Laura]

Thoughts are with you and your Son. Change is definately not easy for Autistic people. I worked with Autistic men and they really had a hard time with change. I worked with Autistic kids too and it was fine when they were moving into secondary school as most of them attended the local special needs school which caters for primary and secondary kids. So they didn't have to move far.

[Dreamy01]

Thank you both and thanks for all the hugs too.

Autism is a very, very hard condition to live with. I'm glad so many people have direct awareness of it because before my son was diagnosed I knew nothing and I can understand how difficult it is for people to know what it's like without knowing those with autism.

[nanatimesnine]

Originally Posted by Dreamy01

I have a son with severe autism and learning difficulties. Can anyone send prayers for a smooth transition to secondary school? We're both having a very painful time with it. He was crying in bed last night and although he can't tell me I know he's frightened because people are telling him he's going to a new school. He's been at the current one for 8 years and has grown up there Change is devastating for children with autism, far more than typical children. He doesn't have the language to communicate his distress in words and usual reassurances don't work the same way. I'd be grateful if anyone can help, thanks.

Hi my granddaughter has autism also she will be five this month, although i havent had much time with her we live in different cities I am aware of the concerns you have. My son has many challenges and is worrid how her life will be and how other children will treat her. Stay strong and if you don't already have one look for a support group in your community of parents with autistic children. May God bless you and your son my heart goes out to you and you will both be in my prayers.

[antoniavee]

Keeping you in my prayers. My son has autism and down syndrome, so I understand the challenges.

[Nearly_Corrupted]

my sister has autisum as well. i understand you want help but, autisum is not cureable sadly. the best solution is to have them taking him to social class to help him with social communication. they have several ones depending in the area you live in. they help communicate with then and help show them how to understand feelings by their facial expressions. autisum doesn't have much information since it has not been fully discovered on what it fully is. but, they have an exact idea on how its caused and what you can could do for your child. try speaking with your doctor on seeing to get a referral with a social skills program. i assure you it will help alot! it's helped my little sister improve in school, communicating, and more

[Nearly_Corrupted]

i have a sister that has autisum as well. mild though. we all know austim has not found a way on treating it. but, there are many solutions on helping your child still live a full and happy life. if your child shows lack of commnication or can't show his emotions as much or comperhend with some of his surroundings. it's best to look apon asking a doctor on giving you a referral for social classes. it should be free since goverment pays for it. but, i extremely recomend it! it will help you find new ways to communicate and develope a stronger and understanding one another.

it helps also to break sentences down for them also.
for example:
"Jason are you thirsty? you want this one(show them suggested items for them to choose) or this one?"

or if their feeling pain this helps to:
*point to areas where it may hurt
and, ask "where hurts?"

they understand more with small talk. unless they've gotten help with a social skills teacher than their able to speak more proper than small talk.

also, never be angry with them. you can be but, do it calmly. because they begin to feel angry as well and tantrums begin. and, some kids can be very aggressive so, careful

any other questions message me for help

i hope everything turns out well with this advice!

[medkev13]

Prayers for patience, strength, and hope for you and your family. <3

Check out "Songs of the Gorilla Nation". It's a wonderful story (true) about a woman that grew up Autistic and learned to cope and work through her struggles with the "dis"order.
(( I hate that word, but I can't think of a better word for it x.x ))

[Dreamy01]

Thanks everyone. I'm not trying to 'cure' his autism - that's impossible especially as he's 11 years old. I just wondered if anyone can pray for his transition to secondary school because he is sad about leaving primary and change is really hard for him