Hallo
I'm new to this forum, so hallo! I care for my husband who is a physically fit, strong person of 76 who has Alzheimers. I'm wondering if anyone out there is caring for someone who also has an autism spectrum disorder. I've always known him to be awkward and non communicative but it wasn't until I attended a memory group and we were discussing the people we cared for, that someone suggested he may have Aspergers. The consultant has now told me that this term is no longer used but that he does have autism. This explains an awful lot but doesn't help in dealing with the Alzheimers. My husband does not discuss his feelings, my feelings, his problem, ways to help each of us - nothing. Some days he just sulks. For instance, today he has been sitting on the sofa since 7.00 a.m. (it's now 2.30 p.m.), he's refused all food and drink and will not speak except to answer in monosyllables. I know it will pass but it creates such an atmosphere and really brings me down. Anyone else have a similar problem? Would love to hear from you. Thanks
I'm new to this forum, so hallo! I care for my husband who is a physically fit, strong person of 76 who has Alzheimers. I'm wondering if anyone out there is caring for someone who also has an autism spectrum disorder. I've always known him to be awkward and non communicative but it wasn't until I attended a memory group and we were discussing the people we cared for, that someone suggested he may have Aspergers. The consultant has now told me that this term is no longer used but that he does have autism. This explains an awful lot but doesn't help in dealing with the Alzheimers. My husband does not discuss his feelings, my feelings, his problem, ways to help each of us - nothing. Some days he just sulks. For instance, today he has been sitting on the sofa since 7.00 a.m. (it's now 2.30 p.m.), he's refused all food and drink and will not speak except to answer in monosyllables. I know it will pass but it creates such an atmosphere and really brings me down. Anyone else have a similar problem? Would love to hear from you. Thanks