J is 6 with ADHD and autism. He has a Statement of Special Educational Needs which allocates him 33 hours a week of 1:1 support. He's also (technically) gifted - exceptional at reading and verbal scores in particular. Level 3s in all subjects already. He's the youngest in his year too.
Yet...he won't write by hand, he attacks other children, he barely socialises.
I'd love more than anything for him to be able to socialise. I have read threads on here where people say they'd rather that their children were friendless than have friends who aren't on their level.
I guess I wanted to say that your children are very, very lucky. Yes, they have their brains, but, more importantly, they will fit in in this world and have friends and relationships. Isn't that the most important thing? I'm jealous
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daisy5678 · 01/07/2008 20:39
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