I am not a medical expert, and in no way do I profess to have diagnostic information available on this blog. Please consult with your pediatrician if you have any concerns about the growth and development of your child.
That being said, I would like to see every parent, every teacher, and every pediatric health care professional to take some time to learn about the indicators for autism spectrum disorders, the therapies available for children, and the stories of families around the world who are working every day to support their children, their community, and each other.
Some sites that you might find helpful:
Autism Speaks
Autism Society of America
American Academy of Pediatrics
One of the most public faces of autism is Dr. Temple Grandin, subject of a recent HBO movie. Here you can see a brief interview with Dr. Grandin as she speaks in the Distinguished Lecturer Series for the Mind Institute at the University of California, Davis.
Words and wonderings from the wilds - elementary school, autism, friends, marriage, and love. Mostly love.
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