Autism is a HUGE thing in the US. It’s time to make everyone AWARE and ACCEPTING of Autism and those who have it.
None of my children are diagnosed with anything (except Joe, who was diagnosed with PDD-NOS several years ago), but I am pretty sure at least 3 (and possibly all 4) are on the Spectrum. And I think I may be on it as well.
The challenges that kids (and adults) on the Spectrum face are multiple.
sensory issues
social hindrances
communication difficulties
repetitive behaviors
some kids have medical issues as well
My kids and I have almost all of those issues, in varying degrees.
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Did you know …
Autism now affects 1 in 68 children and 1 in 42 boys
Autism prevalence figures are growing
Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disability in the U.S.
Autism costs a family $60,000 a year on average
Boys are nearly five times more likely than girls to have autism
There is no medical detection or cure for autism
–from Autism Speaks
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About Jenn: I’m a Christian wife to an amazing man (since 1998) and a stay-at-home-teaching mom to four special & incredible boys (born in 2004, 2005, 2007, & 2009). I’m messy and cluttered, but working on that (really, I am!). I’m a discouraged perfectionist and a classic procrastinator who probably has both ADD & Autism, so I tend to jump from topic to topic (and activity to activity) without notice. My Love Languages are Words of Affirmation and Physical Touch. I’m an INFP who enjoys friends but loves to be alone. I love getting and giving hugs, and encouragement is a Spiritual gift of mine that can too-easily be turned into the weapon of discouragement, if I’m not careful. I enjoy writing, singing, words, drawing, photography, digital creations, and reading. Oh, and pizza, tacos, and steak. Now I’m hungry. That reminds me; I eat gluten free and try to eat organic and avoid white sugar and GMOs as much as possible. Find me on Facebook (Writer/Editor page) (Fan page), Twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram.
