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Sensory Processing Disorder

Posted by Hope4 @hope4, Nov 11, 2011

I have adopted a boy who was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder about 1 1/2 years ago. Just looking to connect with other parents of SPD kids.

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WhoNeedsInstructions | @sqrlygirldad | Nov 14, 2020
In reply to @hopeful33250 "You have certainly done a great job journaling all of these unique behaviors, @sqrlygirldad. This does..." + (show)
@hopeful33250

You have certainly done a great job journaling all of these unique behaviors, @sqrlygirldad. This does seem like something to be investigated by an expert in the area.
Has your Mayo referral been processed yet?

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No, family doc probably has not called Mayo yet but we will probably hear next week is my guess

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Ginger, Volunteer Mentor | @gingerw | Nov 14, 2020
In reply to @hopeful33250 "Hello @sqrlygirldad and welcome to Mayo Connect. I'm so glad to hear that you are getting..." + (show)
@hopeful33250

Hello @sqrlygirldad and welcome to Mayo Connect. I'm so glad to hear that you are getting a referral to Mayo for your daughter.

Yes, @colleenyoung is still moderating here on Connect. I would also like to invite @gingerw to join in this conversation as she might be able to add some information as well.

If you are comfortable doing so, would you share with us some of your daughter's symptoms or behaviors that led you to look into autism?

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@hopeful33250 and @sqrlygirldad I was formally diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum as an adult, about 8 years ago. After doing a lot of research, it helped me understand the interpersonal issues I had been having for a long time, with family/friends/co-workers. Being neuro-diverse, it was a relief to see that I am no less a person, just that I operate under a different system than others!

Here is a good article that speaks about autism in children. You may find some information and similarites to your daughter's behavior https://www.additudemag.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-in-children/

Additionally, from that same source, is a section on Sensory Processing Disorder https://www.additudemag.com/category/adhd-add/related-conditions/sensory-processing-disorder/

It is clear to me that the two conditions appear closely related. In my opinion a trained professional is the one who can make a differentiation in a person.

@sqrlygirldad I hope this helps you, and you will let me know what your Mayo professional will diagnose.
Ginger

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