Autism can be challenging enough for a parent but the reality is, Autism usually brings at least one friend along for the ride. This friend is called a comorbid diagnoses.
A comorbid diagnoses is a secondary diagnosis that goes along with the main diagnosis. For example, many kids diagnosed with Autism may also be diagnosed with ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder and anxiety.
The question of the day is simple. Does your child with Autism have a comorbid diagnoses as well?