When special needs kids grow up

Mrs Abby Cheong with her son Aaron, who is autistic. ST PHOTO: JASON QUAH
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SINGAPORE - Looking after a child with mental health issues or disorders like autism can be challenging. And the difficulty escalates when the child becomes an adult.

Mrs Abby Cheong's autistic son Aaron, 30, has hit her when he is triggered by loud noises.

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