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It can be tough to include your child with autism in family celebrations - but then again, the holidays do provide an opportunity to family members to get to know your child and better understand your circumstances. Today's newsletter offers insights and asks readers to share their ideas for connecting with family because of - rather than in spite of - your child's autism.

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