Hi!  I am completely new to this but would like to connect with others that share similar situations/circumstances!  My daughter is 7 and was diagnosed with Asperger's at age 4 (following 8weeks prematurity with ongoing developmental delay and absence seizures diagnosed at age 3 and resolved(?) by age 4).  She was diagnosed by a neurologist, however, truly does not 'fit' all criteria for her diagnosis.  I am an occupational therapist that has worked with autistic children and I never saw this coming!!!  Julie has developmental and cognitive delay and major behavioral issues including frequent tantrums with ear-piercing screams, aggression, social awkardness,  anxiety, irrational thoughts, fears and behaviors,  sensory issues, 'tics' and a tendancy to perseverate!  She is also beautiful, affectionate, very verbal, compassionate and lovely!!!  Julie has been on a small dose of Respirdal for the past 3-4 years which has made a world of difference.  It has not ever eliminated behaviors but has taken the edge off and helps us "reach" her most of the time.  My concern is as she is getting bigger she is more aggressive and seems more easily angered.  Any advice?  By the way,  she is not potty trained and we have been working on this for the past 4 years! Pull-ups are getting too small!