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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DCUM always goes the MYOB route, because essentially people here value the relationship with the adult above the interest of the child. I don't. But then again, I'm a research scientist in that field, and know enough to identify cases that need evaluation. So I am gentle but direct. I've never lost a friendship over it. What usually happens is that parents think about it with an open mind, then realize assessments and therapies can be really expensive if they don't qualify for Child Find, and balk, then eventually do something. Some really wait until it's dire, some clue in more rapidly. Usually parents who are already managing the situation tell me about it in the course of the conversation. It's all very organic and natural, no hurt feelings. [/quote] We go the MYOB route because we are constantly the target of “well-meant” advice. [/quote] So, this simply wasn’t my experience. No family, no friends, or the pediatrician said anything to me... even reassured me he was fine, it was “just a speech delay.” Now at 4 he has an ASD diagnosis... and still, people are so awkward when I reference his difficulties. I would love to have the research lady as my friend! [/quote]
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