Should You Tell Your Child?
Some parents feel that no telling their children about their diagnosis will somehow protect them. The articles on this page look at whether or not you should tell your children and if so, when and how.
To tell or not to tell. That's a question facing many parents today.
This series of articles looks at when people become aware that they are "different" and focuses on three main stages;
- Adult Awareness (parents, teachers etc)
- The Aspie Child's Awareness
- Peer Group Awareness
It then talks about when and how it is appropriate to tell your child and gives tips on how to make the "discovery" a positive experience.
Part 1: Parental Perception - January 2009
What parents tend to notice.
Part 2: Early Childhood Perception -January 2009
When the child first becomes aware that the they are different to other children. Empathy issues and problems maintaining friendships. Issues of understanding.
Part 3: The Teenage Years - January 2009
Becoming a clown, loss of trust and innocence, High school bullying and shelter.
Part 4: Letting Your Child Know - February 2009
When is the best time to let your child know and how should you approach the subject.