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[quote=Anonymous]There is no right answer.  I feel like people often give the knee jerk reaction of "no" on here b/c there's still a lot of prejudice toward autism.  It's nothing to be ashamed of; it's how a brain is wired.  It's not the defining characteristic either.   I can understand why people don't want to share certain information.  However, I've seen some people really do a disservice to their kids by not being upfront with their challenges.

If you don't already, I would start talking to your son here about his challenges.  He may already have an inkling.  He may also want some strategies.  The diagnosis unto itself isn't the most important thing, however, I would definitely get him social skills help regardless of whether or not you pursue an official diagnosis.

Social Skill Groups:
http://hespclinic.umd.edu/peersreg-teen-program.html
http://ivymountoutreach.org/Programs/educational_programs/unstuck_and_on_target_

Summer camp:
https://www.theauburnschool.org/domain/51

Having an official diagnosis may open up opportunities on a college level in terms of support, e.g.,:
http://hespclinic.umd.edu/signa-social-group.html
https://www.rit.edu/~w-ssp/

The older kids get the more difficult it can be to get them proper support, especially socially.  Again, there's no right answer.[/quote]

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