Re: WOW! I can't believe this board exists! -- Autism and deafness

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Subject: Re: WOW! I can't believe this board exists!

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Joyce

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Date Posted: 10:01:49 01/25/02 Fri
Author Host/IP: 208-168-147-61.citynet.net/208.168.147.61
In reply to: Elyssa 's message, "WOW! I can't believe this board exists!" on 15:06:02 01/13/02 Sun

I have Three boys: Two are deaf and have ASD (autism spectrum disorder) My middle son is now 12, profoundly deaf
and very high functioning on the asd spectrum. My youngest son has a moderate hearing loss, and is ranked moderately autisic on the C.A.R.S. assesment for autism. I am the moderator of this board. And prior to the start up date
of this board I felt very alone. I knew others had to be out there it was just a matter of finding "ya'll".

WELCOME! You are at a place where people really understand
If you read Georges' desription of what challenges he is faced with now, well I'm am two months into the exact same thing with my middle son.

You are way ahead of the game as far as early diagnosis.
The earlier the diagnosis and treatment the better the prognosis.
Good luck and God Bless

>Hi everyone! I just stumbled on this board, and I'm
>so excited!
>
>I have a 7yo son who was dx'd with moderate hearing
>impairment at 3. As I began to "face the music" I
>realized it was more than just HI, he also has some
>autistic spectrum issues, including CAPD. To say that
>I've struggled to find an appropriate education for
>him is the understatement of the year. Anyone else in
>similar circumstances? What educational setting are
>your kids in?
>
>I can't wait to hear from you!!
>
>-Elyssa in NJ

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