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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Am I the only one who wouldn't be bothered by a SN diagnosis as long as it doesn't mean my child will die soon? I really wonder. If someone told me their child has autism, to me it's as if they told me their child has black hair. I wouldn't find it horrible, sad, hard to deal with or anything. Just be their friend and offer your help when they need it - pretty much do what you have been doing before.[/quote]

Have you had such a diagnosis?  We have.  At 5 our child still has significant days.  I worry every day about his future.  I worry will he ever fully talk and understand.  I worry can he take care of himself.  I worried when he didn't potty train till a few months ago.  Please do not minimize a special need to comparing it to a hair color.  We spend every day running to therapy appointments.  It is not the life I planned, but I love my child and I'll do anything for him to get him the help he needs.  I envisioned his young years at the playground, trips, etc. not speech, OT and PT.[/quote]

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