My son is 17 for this tax year, but is disabled - how do I get the full child tax credit for him?

[landonwjones]

My child tax credit went down this year after my son turned 17, but he is completely disabled, and in school for kids with autism full time. Is there anything I can do about this?

[Bsch4477]

An autistic child can qualify for tax benefits (like the Earned Income Tax Credit or dependent status beyond age limits) if a doctor confirms the condition i...