diagnosis and therapies...how necessary are they?

[Guest guest]

I know that I don't post very often...so, first things first...I want

to thank all of you who do post on a regular basis. It helps to know

that there are people out there who are willing to share their

experiences

My little guy is suspected of having A.S. Since we were told this,

almost two years ago, I have had difficulties in getting a true

daignosis...and of course, without that it's nearly impossible to get

any kind of therapies (or financial assistance). He's 4 now...and

although he doesn't communicate with the English language, he's

definitely able to get his point across...even if it consists of

pulling me to the counter and having me pick him up to get what he

wants

We don't have insurance (and I don't really like doctors)...and I

don't have a desire to change my son...I love him to death, just as he

is...so, it boils down to the subject: Is a diagnosis and therapy

really necessary?

Also, I don't feel the need to mainstream him into society...I always

knew that any child of mine would be " different " ...why does he have to

have a label?

Anyhoo...I'm drifting

Will close for now, and thanx in advance