I am wondering how to get my son diagnosed. His school conselour said last year he has some traits of autism. I asked her if there was any thing the school could do, she refered me a clinic which did not help. I asked our famiy doctor to find someone to help, but they have done nothing either. He is a great student, he made all A's this year until the last six weeks. His teacher, babysitter, and daycare have told me he is getting very fustrated and angry with them, his sister and other children. I do not know what to do. I know he neeeds help, but I need to know where to turn.
Thank you everyone for your advice. Julie gave the number of their doctor in San Antonio that specializes in Autism. I called yesterday, they are going to send me a packet to fill out and for his teachers to fill out, then set an appointment to get him diagonsed. I have tried since he was three to find out what was wrong with him, but everyone just over looked him saying it was phase or he would grow out of it. Hopefully, we will be able to get him the help he needs.
Also research Aspergers and Pervasive Developmental Disorders. This is on the same spectrum of Autism.
There is a lady at Rose street clinic. Her name is Christina Della Nebbia and her Phone number is ###-###-####. This is who our counselor at school told me to call.Our 11 year old was diagnosed four years ago with ADHD and it is really Asperger's. You can also call helen Farabee center and they do diagnoses.
G., I have a two year old with down's and have been blessed with the help of a groujp called ECI Early Childhood Intervention. They help all children with all kinds of problems and testing and evaluations, maybe you can look for something like this where you live. I live in Texas but it is my understanding that there is help like this everywhere. I do not have to pay for services and they are already preparing me for when my son starts public school, they helped get him in to early headstart and are constintly doing evaluations on him. Good luck
Both ours sons ae going to be tested for autisic behavior ( autism). This is from what we have gathered through a developmental specialist, this type of doctor looks at the big picture, thier ped doc ..school info...and observation. Dr Harkins ###-###-#### and Dr Fierro ###-###-#### are both well recommeded developmental doctors in San Antonio. I would suggest calling soon, they often make apptiontments a month or two away...
Good Luck
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God Bless
I work for EduCare, an agency that provides services for individuals with mental & physical disabilities. The people you need to contact are Bexar MRA. They may be listed under AACOG (Alamo Area Council of Governments), the number is ###-###-####. They can help you with a determination of a diagnosis and also let you know of any programs available to help you with his situation.
The school should test him if they suspect he has a problem. They are required by federal guidelines to test & offer the specialized services he needs. I recommend that you put your request in writing because at that point they have 30 days to respond. If he is autistic he could possibly qualify for year round schooling. If you need further info: ____@____.com
G.,
I am not sure what autism is, but your public school is obligated to help you. I had behavior problems with my son that is 5 and the teachers are who told me about special programs/ classrooms within the school system that can help. Also call the free phone number of 211. It is just like 411. Just dial 211 from your home phone and ask for centers or schools that deal with children and special needs. That should get you started and good luck!!
V.
You might want to consult a Neurologist. They are usually the ones who can steer you in the right direction. They have a team of specialists who test for these kinds of disorders. There are many kinds and degrees of Austism. I wish you and your son the best.
L. G.
A child psychologist should be able to help you.
Local resources depend on where you live, but check
http://www.autism-resources.com/
for information.
S.
Hi G..
You might get some information from the links below.
Good Luck and just be patient.
D.
http://www.autism-society.org/site/Clubs?club_id=1111&...
I am no expert on Autism, but I would think that by the age of 8 you would already know if he was Autistic. Normally, Autism can be diagnosed by the age of 3.
Maybe if you took him to an independent therapist (counselor), then you could see what was frustrating him (Who knows, maybe it is autism). Sometimes practical forms of medicine fail, where more holistic forms can excel.
I wish you the best.
Hi, my name is D. and I live in Georgetown. I did get my son diagnosed, he's two..please do take him to Carousel Pediatrics . let them know whats' going on and they will refer you to the correct people. My son has gone through alot. Alot of dr visits but getting the help he needs. My heart goes out to you. Look up Fragile X and they will explain symptoms. Email me if you'd like
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