Tag: understanding autism
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My Child Is Not ‘Naughty’; He Has Autism
Get Pregnant Fast To the man I encountered at the grocery store last week, who felt the need to scold my son for being “naughty,” have you any idea of the fear you instilled in him? To the mother who disregarded my child’s attempt to greet you and remarked to a mutual friend, “He does…
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To Those Who Don’t Grasp Why My Son Is A Picky Eater
Get Pregnant Fast To anyone who overlooks my son’s sensory challenges: Yes, he’s a selective eater. Yes, his dietary choices might seem limited. Yes, he recognizes that Cinnamon Toast Crunch isn’t a food group. And yes, even when he’s hungry, he won’t touch your (insert anything here that isn’t Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Vanilla Oreos, Velveeta…
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My Child Has Autism, But I Fear Sharing This with You
Get Pregnant Fast My three-year-old daughter is on the autism spectrum, and admitting this to you fills me with fear. She has put in tremendous effort to navigate her challenges, and I worry that revealing her diagnosis could make her journey even tougher. While she may not exhibit the typical traits associated with autism, if…