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From Jo Rudy, your Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders

Reflections this week on what autism does - and doesn't mean. How far can your child with autism go, given the right opportunities and support?

Autism is a Diagnosis, Not a Prognosis

In a recent blog post, writer Kim Wombles describes her 21 -year-old son's developmental strides.Yes, her son is autistic - but no, that doesn't mean he can't grow and build new skills!

How Has Autism Changed You?

If you're the parent of a child or adult with autism, then autism has changed your life - for better or for worse. How has autism changed you?... Read more

An Autism Dad's Reflections; Your Guest Blog Invited

Steve Gallup is the first autism Dad to submit a guest blog for Father's Day - and I'm hoping that his story will be an inspiration to the MANY other autism dads out there. Please send me your post!

Don't Discount Autistic Abilities

But unless we're willing to recognize the abilities - not in spite of, but regardless of the disabilities - our kids will never have the chance to build on what they can do, do well, and enjoy.

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