Guest guest Posted March 17, 2008 Report Share Posted March 17, 2008 Hi my names . I am new to this group. Alesha is my daughter who has downs syndrome (4 and half yrs old). This weekend i went to see a friend in London who also has a little girl with downs syndrome. Her daughter is 3yrs old. The difference between the 2 girls shocked me. Alesha seems oblivious to anyone around her. She has always had behavioural issues. She will hit herself at times and it also seems she struggles to play (would rather throw anything and everything).She seems very hyperactive alot of the time. My friend pointed out to me that she believes Alesha has the possible signs of autism. I looked on a DSA website into the dual diagnosis and most of the signs are definately there. I did ask my portage worker once about this and was told no she hasnt its because she has downs syndrome. I am at a loss as what to do now to be honest. This is why i joined your group. Any advice/ help would be greatly appreciated here. Alesha attends a special school here and today i am going to ring them up and speak with them. On the DSA website it does however state that it can be difficult to actually diagnose the dual diagnosis by proffessionals. Is there any tips/pointers i should insist on please? Is there a test or something to let you know if she has autism? I look forward to hearing any advice you can give me (mum to Alesha 5yrs in August) xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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