As a parent of a child with autism, and especially a nonverbal child with autism, you have to speak up for your child. When he or she can’t speak, and everyone else around him or her is staring and things are uncomfortable, you have to speak up. When your child is acting out in a… Continue reading Be Your Child’s Advocate – Know Your Rights
Category: Autism Awareness Day
History of Autism
Autism, per se, doesn’t really have a history. It is suggested that centuries ago, children and adults who were able to memorize or recite things they heard but couldn’t even speak their own names were the town idiots, fools, and morons. It is now known that in many of these cases, these children and adults… Continue reading History of Autism
Autism Awareness Day
April 2nd of every year is set aside so children, teens, and adults with autism can bring awareness of their disorder to the world. Many events globally on this day allow for everyone whose lives are touched in some way by autism to come together for support and enjoy each other’s company. Many find it… Continue reading Autism Awareness Day