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Hi,

I am new here. My 4 year old son was recently diagnosed with autism. He would

be

considered on the higher functioning end of the spectrum. He has language but a

low to

borderline IQ. Up until now he has been " developmentally delayed with autistic

features "

so I guess I shouldn't be having such a hard time...but I am! Seth also has a

genetic

metabolic disorder (unspecified) which causes some mild health problems. I have

been

so focused on this aspect for awhile I have been ignoring the autistic " stuff " .

I am looking for support, acknowledgement, and shared experiences by those who

" get it "

.. From the posts I have already read, I can see that I have joined the right

group.

I used to find many of Seth's behaviors funny and quirky but now that he is

diagnosed I

feel like I'm supposed to " fix " everything. This is causing me to feel

resentful. Is this

common in the beginning? Will it pass? Is it okay to be okay with some

behaviors, even

if they are stimming?

Thanks!

Deanna,

Mom to Seth age 4.5, autism, hypotonia, global deb delay, and unspecified

metabolic

disorder

And 3 other kiddos ages 7, 13, 16