Busy Week

Well Lovey had his appointment at the Melmed with Dr. Ruggiero. He said Lovey is most definitely on the spectrum with his OCD behaviors and his giftedness, but he wouldn't go as far as a diagnosis of Autism or Aspherger's.

He recommended Life Skills Coaching (which is probably what we'll do), general counseling, and/or anxiety medications if he's having issues with getting started on tasks because of anxiety. That is not a route I'm willing to take just yet.

Dr. Ruggiero indicated to Lovey that most 16 and 17 year olds are getting themselves out of bed, showering and being responsible enough to complete the morning activities. He has helped Lovey realize that he must master the short term goals before he can achieve the large ones. For those of us who are adults, one might think "DUH, what the heck?" But for Lovey and other teenagers (not on the spectrum), they see graduation coming and they just assume that when they get out, that dream will be fulfilled. So, Lovey's goal right now is to do all he needs to to get thru the 11th grade.

This morning, got up with his alarm (without me), got a shower, ran about 20 minutes behind but hey, it was only the first day. ;o) Work in progress right?

Here's another chance to make a difference. I know I may be hounding you, but that's my job. This is my blog! ;o) Friday is the Kickoff Luncheon for WALK NOW FOR AUTISM.

http://www.walknowforautism.org/c.puIVL5MRJtE/b.3614641/siteapps/teampage/ShowPage.aspx?c=puIVL5MRJtE&b=3614641&sid=8eJMI1MxEdJLJVMxGoG

Love you guys,
Dios esté con usted,
Gina