my son vinnie was diagnosed with autism at a very young age. with countless trips to drs we tried medications that he never responded to so we took him off the meds. he was always mainstreamed in the school systems which i think is a good idea. by the time he reached his sophmore year in high school i called his counselor and had him signed up for show choir. he had a fit when i told him what i did but it was the best thing i could of ever done for my son.he was awesome and he even recieved outstanding performer one year. by his senior he had a solo. im here to tell u with lots of encouragement with these kids u would be amazed how far these kids can go in life. he is now 20 yrs old and still not interested in driving. he has been employed at our local mcdonalds and rides his bike to work. he has worked his way up to crew chief. yes he is different but arnt we all in our own way. listen up parents anything is possible with ur help and encouragement with these autistic children. good luck and never give up.
sandy Myersdecatur, IN