Autism Life

Having a loved one that suffers from a medical or mental health issue can be just as hard on the caregivers as it is in the person. I can remember when my little one was first diagnosed with Autism. I literally devoted ALL of my time to HIM. Every single thing I did revolved around my son and because of that I neglected myself and my marriage. Here are some tips I learned along the way the remain a healthy caregiver.

For parents who receive a new Autism diagnoses, many emotions are felt, such as: Anger, Denial, Fear, Confusion and Guilt. I remember being in denial, and angry at the initial diagnosis I received. However, I had to swallow my pride, get a better understanding of Autism and what it was and determine the next steps to help my child. Below are a few tips to help parents dealing with a new diagnosis of Autism.