Abang's future therapies

(my post dated 19th July 2010 - copied & pasted from my old blog)

The past week had been crazy.. a little stressful actually. I have been researching about programs for my son to address his other issues.

First is his social interactions - we found a good place which may be able to teach him these skills. It's going to be a long-term commitment, but we are prepared for it. We feel that if he understands how other neurotypicals think, he would have a more positive relationships throughout his life. The place is run by English women and is in Mont' Kiara. Quite far, yes, but for two times a week is quite manageable I think. We are not sure yet whether he will be accepted. This Thursday is the assessment and we would know then. Finger crescent - as this place might be the only one in Malaysia - at least the one which can implement theapproach that we wanted.

The second issue is his attention span to help him with his academic development. I found another place in Sri Hartamas which uses brain rewiring approach to help children's visual, auditory and attention processes. We attended their workshop last Saturday and were quite convinced that their programs could be just what our son needs. Testimonials from parents and children pasted all over their noticeboards impressed us further more. This too needs assessment to determine his level and program needs.

The third is his sensory. We never really tackled this area ever since we got his diagnosis. But Abang doesn't really have obvious sensory problems like other children on the spectrum. But we are just wondering if tackling them (if any) would make his behaviours better. We found an occupational therapist who is supposedly quite good in Malaysia. The problem is that she is very busy. We are hoping to get an appointment by the end of the month for the SIPT.

Yes... many issues... a lot of expenses... we just have to manage. Only shop at Mydin. No more eating out. If eat out - no drinks. These are the sacrifices common among parents with children on the spectrum. They will all pay off, InsyaAllah. And for us seeing our children improves, no matter how tiny it is, is priceless!