I couldn't get through the whole article... Partially because I am working and partially because the issue of Autism is difficult for me to read about.
My daughter was diagnosed at 16 months. She is now 20 months, so this is all very new to us.
The one thing I have learned is that if you have met one person with Autism then you have met one person with Autism. It's important to realize that Autism is a spectrum and therefore the needs of an individual can be very different and varied.
The other thing I would like people who are fortunate enough to not have encountered Autism is that early and intense therapy is ABSOLUTELY crucial. If you are a parent and suspect something, DO NOT hesitate. If you see legislation that adds support for young children then support it. In the long run society will save a lot more money and lives if we address this early rather than later.
My daughter was diagnosed at 16 months. She is now 20 months, so this is all very new to us.
The one thing I have learned is that if you have met one person with Autism then you have met one person with Autism. It's important to realize that Autism is a spectrum and therefore the needs of an individual can be very different and varied.
The other thing I would like people who are fortunate enough to not have encountered Autism is that early and intense therapy is ABSOLUTELY crucial. If you are a parent and suspect something, DO NOT hesitate. If you see legislation that adds support for young children then support it. In the long run society will save a lot more money and lives if we address this early rather than later.