advice for parent of ASD/High functioning aspergers child

Coloradomama
Wed, 05 Dec 2018 15:38:58 +0000

I personally think gap time can cause depression in some students, but I appreciate that some students may mature enough to attend college. Your son is very INTERESTED In studying, so I don’t see a gap year being necessary for him.
Gap years if they are not well planned, are just idle time. This student can study independently and is ready for college study life and wants a challenge. He just does not have social aspects mastered, so RIT may help him make gains there, but having lower parent expectations on social gains is KEY. Parents need to change, NOT the student. The student may be happy with once a week showers, and no social life. inadequate hygiene will eventually lead to health problems though so continue to work with his intellect on why hygiene matters. Its not just about dates, its about health.