I have two grandsons with AS. As has been mtntioned, AS is often found in combinaion with other factors: the oldest boy, just 10, has AS, non-verbal learning disorder, sensory deprivation and who knows what else, while the younger, age 8, is AS, ADHD and anxiety disorder. Both tested as "profoundly gifted," with IQs over 150.

    The older boy loves Irish folk music. He will stand in the center of the room and do a complete rendition of "Rocky Road to Dublin," "Brennin on the Moor," or any song hat has booze in it. He is an exceptional poet; because he lacks fine motor abilities, he cannot write or keyboard. He will twirl around for 20-30 seconds when a poem comes, and within 5 minutes will dictate and 10 verse work. Some are humerous, many are profound. He will never play a guitar like I do, but his love of folk music is evident.

Great thread -- bob --