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[quote=Anonymous]DS is 3 yrs and 11 months old and has been screened by Child Find in Loudoun county. DS seems to be interested in other children but is scared of interacting with them. He often hangs around the peripheral of other children, smiling at them, but won't join in.  The psychologist (phd) who screened him identified a few Asperger's characteristics: not socializing with peers, fascinated by spinning objects, etc.  but she cannot make a formal diagnosis due to her job restrictions at Child Find.  The Special Education eligibility meeting will be held two days from now. The IEP meeting will be held in another month if DS is found to be eligible.

I am very confused in terms of what I shall do next besides waiting for the eligibility meeting to happen and the IEP to be drawn. Here are my specific questions.

1. I think we shall get DS diagnosed but I am not sure who I shall see to make the diagnosis: a psychologist, a psychiatrist, a neurologist, a neurophysiologist, or a neurodevelopmental pediatrician? Also, is it true that most professionals won't give a formal diagnosis until a child is older? He is 3 yrs and 11 months right now. Is he too young for a diagnosis?

2. It seems most AS children has an OT and Speech pathologist. Are these professionals recommended by the doctor/psychologist who makes the diagnosis?  How would I know whether my son needs an OT or SP or some other professionals? He has no speech delay and can be quite eloquent but won't talk much in social situations. Would a speech pathologist help in this situation?

3. He's been seeing a clinical social worker for a month now for counseling. I made the appointment when I had no idea that a licensed clinical social worker cannot make diagnosis even if she specializes in ASD.  I don't think DS is getting much from the past several sessions. He basically plays and ignores her questions and attempt to show appropriate social behavior through puppet plays. I noticed that most people in the SN forum had OT or SP but not a LCSW counselor. What type of professionals do you hire to teach your child social skills and address any behavior issues?

4. If an IEP provides SP and OT for your child, is it still necessary to hire private help?

5. Do you think it is necessary to enlist a parent advocate to attend the IEP meeting? If so, where to find the parent advocates?

I know this probably is the start of a lifelong journey for us and I want learn as much as possible. Thank you very much for sharing your thoughts. [/quote]

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