This part of the diagnosis is hard to take in also.  Having non-verbal boys and having to learn their needs and wants when they cant tell you, is very stressful.  You never know where they are hurting and you have to play the guessing game and hope and pray you get the answer right. Most of the time, I nail it! From the facial expressions to body movements, you find your own way of figuring it all out. We do communicate through sign language.  I have adapted their communication to their needs and that’s how we roll!    I teach friends, family, church, and professionals on a daily basis so when they talk, Our boys would understand.  It is such an amazing feeling when they catch on to signs and can share back with you their thoughts. So, when you think there is no way out of the situation their is always something you can learn or adapt to in a way that they can understand. Don’t give up!