Not even 2 years old, “Roberto” was known as a “terror at Head Start” – biting anyone who came close to him, beating up other children and hurting himself. He couldn’t be controlled, not by his teachers or parents. As a result the local school district placed him in a behavior disorder (BD) school.

Though medication dramatically improved Roberto’s behavior his pediatrician suggested that he get counseling. His parents brought him to Metropolitan Family Services.

Previously three doctors had diagnosed him – one said he was bipolar, another hyperactive and the third said he had a defiant disorder. Though Roberto showed signs of each disorder, Metropolitan’s case worker and psychiatrist suspected something else – Asperger's Disorder, a milder variation of autism.

With Metropolitan’s help Roberto got testing to determine his condition. Metropolitan also worked with the school district to get Roberto placed in a regular school. With the help of a special aid and his medication, Roberto now has the same chance for a regular education and full life as other kids.