Niocle i also have a 3 1/2 year old with mild autism, his dad is in prison for a long time. i am 25 with 3 kids and the older 2 are very healthy. i have family that helps me a lot so i give u alot of credit. i know it is very hard my son is the same way nicolas is i read your story and i felt i am in kinda the same position i just to tell i am sure you are doing a great job hang in there i know i am trying too as well.