17 Things Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum Want You to Know (courtesy of Purewow.com)
As a mom of an 11-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), I’ve encountered many stereotypes and assumptions about this developmental disability that, according to the CDC, affects 1 in 44 children. On the other hand, sometimes people are so afraid to ask questions and feel the need to tiptoe around my daughter and me. But when we bring disability into the spotlight and recognize the amazing contributions of our community, everyone benefits. Keeping in mind that all kids are different, here are some things we parents want you to know.
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