Guest guest Posted July 5, 2008 Report Share Posted July 5, 2008 Many of you have young children with DS, but I am a parent with a young adult who suffers with severe chronic OCD with tactile issues. She destroys her clothing on a daily basis (loose threads are an issue). My goal is to find assistance in seeking proper treatment and/or support from other parents whose child also has this affliction. Yes, OCD is a trait of DS, but usually once adolescents strikes the behaviors become more severe and the stresses in their lives increase - just like any normal being. Routines are drastically changed upon exiting the school run program therefore.... Here's where I blame the lack of government funding programs in order to assist the adults in their everyday living. Through my search on many forums I have struggled to find support within this age group because of her age. Lest we forget that the adults are the ones who have pioneered the way for the younger generation to have all the resources and advantages available to them today. Physicians are more knowledgeable today, but many release their patients after the age of 18, therefore.... DS clinics for adults are few and far between. Even my local DSG chapter caters to the young, neglecting the young adult who so desperately needs these services. The NDSC welcomes success stories but forgets about those parents whose child/adult has a dual-diagnosis. So my real question is are there any other parents out there whose young adults has OCD and if so what methods have been successful? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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