Therapist Tips on How to tell your Child about their ASD Diagnosis
Your child has always felt a bit different than their peers. As they’ve developed, you’ve noticed their brain works a little differently than other kids their age. Eventually, the effort of trying to fit your child’s differences into the strict guidelines of society is exhausting. After a long journey of thinking something is wrong with your child, there’s a load of relief in finally receiving an answer: an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis.
An ASD diagnosis begins a new journey and comes with it a lot of new roads for a parent to navigate. Although a diagnosis provides relief in better understanding your child and the support you can find for them, it also comes with new stressors.
At Decade2Connect, our Child Therapy services specialize in supporting children with ASD and their families, providing tailored strategies to navigate this new journey.
One of the initial concerns many parents face is telling their child of their diagnosis. Especially when you are still trying to understand yourself, an added pressure is hoping your child will not only understand, but come to accept, this new diagnosis. Here are some tips for how to approach this conversation:
Remember that every child is different, and the conversation about ASD will vary depending on your child’s age and level of understanding. It’s important to provide ongoing support and create a safe and supportive environment where your child feels comfortable asking questions and expressing their feelings about ASD. If you have questions or need support navigating a new ASD diagnosis, connect with a therapist at Decade2Connect today.
