He has a very high IQ - mid 140's. However, he is extremely single minded, focuses almost entirely on the details of a task and misses the big picture. Thus, he is very good at academic tasks, such as memorizing, math, etc. But, his ability to deal with unexpected outcomes, think flexibly, and see the forest to the trees is limited. No ADHD or autism spectrum issues though.
This would tend to explain his outbursts and how easily he gets upset when an event does not go his way. It also explains his problems with transitions.
Interesting. You could very well be describing my DS10, who does have an ASD diagnosis. That collection of traits, with the anxiety, is highly characteristic of bright or gifted kids with autism.
Did they say why and on what basis they ruled it out? I would want them to do an ADOS, which is a standardized social skills assessment, as well as a Vineland test of adaptive skills and a Conner's rating scale.
Glad you are starting to have answers-- it really helps.
DeeDee
