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[quote=Anonymous]NP here. Please don't trash OP for just being honest.

Having an SN child is devastating for everyone, but yes, I think the superachievers have a very difficult time. It is they who most derive their value from accomplishments--and yes, there is some privilege there, but that's how they were raised--and their child may never be able to master the same types of things. Also, their "friends" and social circle will have the most difficult time accepting their child, because they are also people who define themselves most by their accomplishments. This will make for some lost friendships over time. (You guessed it....their real friends will stick by them).

Remember, OP, your skills will help your child immensely. You may not believe that things happen for a reason, but it's possible, isn't it? You are in a unique position to help your child and advocate for others. And you, in turn, will learn from them some valuable lessons about what really matters in this life.  Take a look at past columns by George Will, who has written eloquently about this topic (his son has DS).

Good luck to you, OP. 
--parent of a 25-year-old with SN
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