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Thank you to everyone who posted in response to my question, both publicly and through private messaging. The information you provided was extremely helpful and I appreciate your candor. After weighing the options, we have decided to stay where we are. Had it not been for our family issues, I think ...

Thanks. Very helpful (but depressing). You also mentioned in your first post that people might act aggressively toward a caregiver who was managing an autistic child who was acting out -- by aggressive, do you mean intervene or stop the caregiver (or worse)? Also, would we need to be concerned about...

Actually, I did read the posts. But -- some of them are rather old and I was wondering whether you had new or additional information to share, or whether the situation may have changed. Sorry if my question offended you.

Thank you for your quick response. Could you provide more details as to why you would strongly discourage the move?

We are considering a move from the US to Singapore with an autistic 'tween and a teen with language-based learning disabilities. Our younger son is low/moderate functioning -- emerging verbal, good daily living skills, seeks interaction. Our older son has OCD and is easily distracted Both boys atten...