This document has been created to provide parents with some guidance for first steps to take or options available when your child has just been diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.
It has been created by other parents with children on the spectrum who have been navigating the world of autism support and services themselves for some time.
This information is provided to offer parents new to the diagnosis with some options. We recommend you look further into any of these or discuss them with your appropriate advisors before proceeding.
It has been created by other parents with children on the spectrum who have been navigating the world of autism support and services themselves for some time.
This information is provided to offer parents new to the diagnosis with some options. We recommend you look further into any of these or discuss them with your appropriate advisors before proceeding.
OTHER OPTIONS TO CONSIDER
Support for siblings who are not coping ie they are stressed / depressed etc.
Consider dietary changes eg Organic products, Casein &/or Gluten Free products, preservative free products, colour free products. Consult people who know.
Talk to your child’s GP or The Allergy Clinic at Sydney’s RPA Hospital.
Use Toy/resource libraries.
Social Stories. To help your child learn how to respond appropriately.
Purchase of sensory toys/games/aides that assist the child eg. Pencil grips, communication games, things to aide gross/fine motor skills, time timers.
Membership of organisations that email news of coming events eg Carers NSW, Aspect, Learning Links, Family Advocacy and of course ACN
Download apps for phone or iPad to help your child communicate & learn eg ABA apps
Biomedical testing: Discuss with your child’s paediatrician.
Use of natural care products free of petro-chemicals. These can be purchased from chemists, health food stores and supermarkets.
Medication: Can be used to treat behavioural problems such as ADD, anxiety and depression, and increase the effectiveness of other interventions. Speak with your medical advisors.
Vitamins and minerals. Seek advice from your paediatrician or a Nutritionist. Supplementing with appropriate levels of vitamins and minerals has been known to bring about improvements.
