[mallory4]

I already posted about this on the adoption special needs autism board, so I will keep it short...

Anybody have any experience with a child having PDD that is not autistic?
Our worker has a lead on a little guy who is apparently "on task" with learning but "emotionally delayed" and so designated as PDD. His worker is saying his delays are the result of three years spent being passed from relative to relative (he is only 4) and that with stable care he should be "fine"..

I know nothing will take the place of getting more info about him, meeting him, etc., but I guess I am wondering if I should even bother to hope...has anyone ever seen a child become "un-PDD"?

[tlc4kidz]

Our first fd was diagnosed with PDD. I was told it was sort of a catch-all for when there are delays with no other definate diagnosis. Her mom was diagnosed as mildly mentally retarded and the cw said that is no longer a diagnosis, but was what was on her file. Anyway, our fd was adopted by a family who had a severely autistic bio-daughter. They said her behavior and development is much different than her (autistic) sister's was. She is now doing FANTASTIC. She "graduated" from all her therapies and is only 3 1/2.

Don't know if that is any help at all, but I wouldn't hesitate to move forward with getting more info if that is his only diagnosis. With love, patience, and intervention I have seen miracles!

[mallory4]

TLC, thanks! That kind of experience makes me feel hopeful. We are eagerly awaiting the next call from my sw...it seems like it takes forever, and I always have to remind myself that if she doesn't call today, it only increases the chance that she will call tomorrow

If anyone else has had a situation like this, I'd love to hear about it...

Thanks, and peace

[ChristyES]

Our son, recently adopted, has signs of PDD. He is also ODD, ADHD, and suffers from attachment disorder. Sometimes he is impossible to deal with! This being said, we don't regret our decision for a minute. He also has a sweet side, he's bright, he's funny and there is never a dull moment! I just wanted to caution you against what the SW said about needing a stable home environment. While this is obviously important, it isn't a cure for issues such as PDD, autism, ADHD, RAD, etc... Having his needs met and consistent parenting will make things more manageble but will not make problems disappear. We were told that all our son needed was a good home, well 3 years later we are struggling with the same issues and it is often one step forward and two steps back. We love him and wouldn't change things but I wish I had a more realistic picture going in because it would have been able to but necessary supports in place right away.

Best of luck in your decision.
Christy

[mallory4]

Christy, thanks for your input. As of today, we haven't received any response at all from his worker. We don't know any more about his specific issues, or if we will even be considered as a placement for him...Since he was on the state website, she is probably inundated by requests and maybe we won't be in the running.
We are still waiting, and of course, trying to use the time to educate ourselves. Thanks again!