Changing Diagnosis - How often? | Autism PDD

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"Classic" autism really only signals the early onset and enough symptoms from all 3 categories.  If you eventually suspect he's not on the spectrum at all, then it's worth re-evaluating at a later age.

For me, the diagnosis placed my son correctly on the autism spectrum.  He may move up or down on that spectrum, but I don't think he'll ever get off it.  Even though he might learn to "pass" he'll always have the disability.  If the official label eventually causes problems with school or public services, I will try to get it changed.  In other contexts, I feel it's up to me to convey accurately where he is on the spectrum, so I'm free to ignore the official label.

 


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