Tag: autism awareness
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I’m Not Concerned About the Causes of Autism
Get Pregnant Fast Let me be straightforward: I have no interest in understanding what causes autism. Not even a little. Honestly, I don’t need to know why my child is on the spectrum. I’m not looking for someone to blame or seeking closure. Sure, I could use a nap, but the intricacies of autism are…
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3 Essential Insights for a Friend Whose Child Has Been Diagnosed with Special Needs
Get Pregnant Fast As a parent of two boys, ages 9 and 11, both on the Autism spectrum, I feel a deep sense of empathy whenever a friend shares that their child has been diagnosed with autism or another special need. My heart aches because I understand the journey ahead—one that is filled with both…
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Family Removed from Flight After Airline Labels Autistic Daughter ‘Disruptive’
Get Pregnant Fast What began as a simple return flight from a magical trip to Disneyland took a shocking turn for the Thompson family when United Airlines decided to ground their flight due to their 15-year-old autistic daughter being labeled as ‘disruptive.’ The incident unfolded due to a mix of inadequate preparation by the parents…