slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2135035\" time=\"1718360050\" user_id=\"28674:@slmkhoo Thanks for the sharing We understand that he lacks of empathy (part of the spectrum). I guess have to constantly talk/remind him. He is quite involved in my SIL church and we always encourage him to attend as the churchmates are kind and understanding people. They know his situation so is more tolerate.
You have to understand that they aren't just being careless, they really can't tell what is too much. They don't know what is offensive, and it's hard to always have to remember the rules when you are relaxed. While you should keep reminding him and hope the rules become habitual, it takes a long time to build habits, and sometimes they won't be perfect.
Yes, there will be people who he should be wary of, but he won't always be able to tell. Does he have classmates who understand enough to keep a watch out for him? My daughter didn't, but thankfully, she has always been with people who are generally kind, or at least neutral. She has been bullied occasionally, but not too much, and we use those instances as teaching opportunities. For work, as a last resort, you can ask for help from Enable SG and Autism Resource Centre. My daughter was helped by them to get a job, and her boss has been understanding, but of course, it means the condition has to be declared.
We never considered letting our daughter go overseas to study - too many things could go wrong.
Yup. We also his own \"case studies\" as teaching opportunities. I am also planning to visit Enable SG/Autism Resource Center for assistance as likely we will want him to be exempted from NS (psych has also suggested this).
Another concern is if he is exempted from NS, will that affect his career down the road. Also insurance part. I was told by an agent that people on the spectrum have problems buying health insurance. Do you face similar issues with insurance for your daughter? Thank you