tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1355036159519617457.post6012969101323750493..comments2023-10-09T06:35:20.716-07:00Comments on This Crazy Life: Michael UpdateAmyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16563710174870313496noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1355036159519617457.post-19167151016669846642012-06-08T07:42:09.447-07:002012-06-08T07:42:09.447-07:00I can imagine that having a diagnosis now for Mich...I can imagine that having a diagnosis now for Michael might be overwhelming and scary at first. Hopefully the doctor that evaluated him gave you and your husband some resources locally where you can turn to for more support whether it is: emotional, educational, financial, or services related. <br /><br />I know that following my son’s diagnosis, I was slow to initiate and look for help. I had the mentality that my husband and I could handle whatever we were dealt. It was nice once I came to the realization that we didn’t have all the tools and knowledge and sought out other parents in similar situations; did I then come to realize that my husband and I weren’t alone & that if you look for it there is help out there even if you don’t think you need it.<br /><br />With the rise in Autism & PDD NOS, there is more out there; whether it is services, information, or support. <br /><br />Not sure if you are questioning yourself – like “now what I am supposed to do”. Of course the internet is a great resource for finding out information and would be a good place to start. Also, perhaps a parent support group might be another source of information and support for you as well. I learned a great deal of information and connected with other parents this way at first; as well as learned information about services that are not always broadcast over the internet. <br /><br />I occasionally read your blog, so if you are frustrated, looking for support, confused, need to vent – blog it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1355036159519617457.post-38122256845153569492012-05-06T04:27:32.251-07:002012-05-06T04:27:32.251-07:00I will keep Michael and your family in my prayers....I will keep Michael and your family in my prayers..Lola Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11918102290703502831noreply@blogger.com