re: Any special needs parents here in the OT? ADMIN NEEDED

My son has autism. At first I was in denial. My wife knew all along. When we had the official diagnosis I was angry. Now I feel we are blessed to have such a special boy. We need people in this world like my son.

He sees things differently than a neuro-typical child does. He's very intelligent and has unbelievable memory. He's currently 7 and has a fascination with road signs and google maps. He draws street grids from memory and can name all the streets on hwy 59 from here to Mandeville.

It was hard at first, but now not so much. There are times when certain sounds (sensory issues), movies, etc., really get to him and we'll have to turn it off, which is kind of unfair to my 2 year old. But they have such a good relationship. We've had him in ABA, speech and OT for many years which have really helped.

Best wishes and blessings to you and your family! Just know you are not alone.