Parenting is a difficult job, but parenting a child on Autism Spectrum Disorder may pose some extra challenges. Kindly, check out this video to learn more about these challenges. Maya Saade
This is a very beautiful poem written by Lisa Lozada-Shaw to her son Antonio To My Autistic Child Where are you this moment, my darling young child Where have your thoughts taken you? Where are you this moment, my darling young angel Is there something you need me to do? Is there a way I can touch you Is there a sign I should know Is there a a path I could follow That would help you to learn and to grow? If I could reach down inside you If I could cuddle your heart, If I could take the mystery away, Would you know we never will part? Where are you this moment my child Where are your thoughts taking you? Please know I am right here beside you No matter what like takes us through. Maya Saade
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? article by National Institute of Mental Health Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, it is described as a “developmental disorder” because symptoms generally appear in the first two years of life. According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), a guide created by the American Psychiatric Association used to diagnose mental disorders, people with ASD have: ⊲ Difficulty with communication and interaction with other people ⊲ Restricted interests and repetitive behaviors ⊲ Symptoms that affect the person’s ability to function in school, work, and other areas of life. Autism is known as a “spectrum” disorder because there is wide variation in the type and severity of symptoms people experience. ASD occurs in all ethnic, racial, and economic groups. Although ASD can be a lifelong disorder, treatmen...
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