My name is Kate, and I'm almost 16. My little sister, Haley, who is almost 3, was just recently diagnosed with PDD. I dont really have anyone to talk to about it who understands what I'm going through, except my mom. I'm having a hard time accepting the fact that Haley actually had autism. I keep thinking it will eventually fade away, and she will become a normal child. I want to be assured that there is hope out there that she will get well, but I'm just not sure. When Haley was born, I kept thinking about how much I was gonna be able to teach her, and how I could be her role model, and how I could teach her to dance (because I'm a dancer). But now it seems all the dreams I ever had for her are smashed. I would love someone to talk to. If its for information about her condition, about treatment, about ways I can help, or just someone to talk to for support. If you think you'd like to talk to me, just e-mail me at my address. It's TXTBUTTERFLYTXT@AOL.COM
Thank You.
-Kate