Heartbreaking signs that he’s getting worse
Gavin's showing more and more signs of regression. As someone who sees him all day every day, it's harder to pick up on things like this because it's generally a gradual process. When someone sees him for the first time in awhile, it's much easier for them to pick up on the changes. I've been paying closer attention lately because I've been worried that he was experiencing more regression, but wasn't sure. It pains me to say this, but he appears to be regressing once again. Regression is a huge part of Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, and what sets it apart from other, more common forms of Autism. Gavin's losing skills he'd previously mostly mastered. His executive function is very much declining. He's become more unorganized and has a shrinking vocabulary.…
