Such a positive read. I have 2 grandsons who are autistic; one is 10 and changing school next September and his brother who is nearly 6 and non speaking. They're beautiful boys and I'm grateful they're growing up in a world where neurodiversity is becoming more widely understood. It's so important to talk about issues facing autistic people at any age and I appreciate being able to read about your family's experiences.
We are in the UK so I don’t fully understand everything you mention and I’m neurodivergent myself so that makes it a little harder but I get the essence of the post and feel encouraged as I identify so many similarities to my ADHD teenage daughter. Thank you for this post. I’m going to look for an online group for her through the organisation you mentioned
@Michelle Foulia thanks for sharing! Yes, there are often differences between the US and UK - sorry it’s confusing though! Sending hugs to you and your daughter. Glad you feel encouraged.
WOW! This is an amazing post. I need to learn more about neurodivergence because there are many people in my family who are ADHD and some on the autism spectrum. You've given the reader a look behind the curtain by including specific examples and situations. Thank you!
Thanks for sharing @JoDee Luna! Glad it was helpful. I’ve learned so much in the past couple of years about neurodivergence - it’s been a beautiful journey.
I don't have a neurodiverse child, but I have friends who I am sharing this article with. I think it will give them hope for what they know their children can achieve once they understand and thrive in their identity of who they are.
Thanks @Jane Anderson! That’s what I am hoping for - to share our hope with others. It can be confusing to be the parent of a neurodiverse child, but with the right support, it’s a lot easier!
Thanks, Serena. Thanks for sharing. I'm curiously learning and interested in your family's journey. It's good to hear that there are resources and support.
Such a positive read. I have 2 grandsons who are autistic; one is 10 and changing school next September and his brother who is nearly 6 and non speaking. They're beautiful boys and I'm grateful they're growing up in a world where neurodiversity is becoming more widely understood. It's so important to talk about issues facing autistic people at any age and I appreciate being able to read about your family's experiences.
Thanks for sharing! Wishing your grandsons all the best. Sounds like you are a great support to them.
We are in the UK so I don’t fully understand everything you mention and I’m neurodivergent myself so that makes it a little harder but I get the essence of the post and feel encouraged as I identify so many similarities to my ADHD teenage daughter. Thank you for this post. I’m going to look for an online group for her through the organisation you mentioned
@Michelle Foulia thanks for sharing! Yes, there are often differences between the US and UK - sorry it’s confusing though! Sending hugs to you and your daughter. Glad you feel encouraged.
WOW! This is an amazing post. I need to learn more about neurodivergence because there are many people in my family who are ADHD and some on the autism spectrum. You've given the reader a look behind the curtain by including specific examples and situations. Thank you!
Thanks for sharing @JoDee Luna! Glad it was helpful. I’ve learned so much in the past couple of years about neurodivergence - it’s been a beautiful journey.
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Amen Lisa!
I don't have a neurodiverse child, but I have friends who I am sharing this article with. I think it will give them hope for what they know their children can achieve once they understand and thrive in their identity of who they are.
Thanks @Jane Anderson! That’s what I am hoping for - to share our hope with others. It can be confusing to be the parent of a neurodiverse child, but with the right support, it’s a lot easier!
Thanks, Serena. Thanks for sharing. I'm curiously learning and interested in your family's journey. It's good to hear that there are resources and support.