Family Stories: Parents offer advice to parents concerned about their child's development or a diagnosis of autism
Educate Yourself and Work with Your Child's Therapists
Alison, mother of Gabriel and Nathan, two boys with autism spectrum disorder, encourages parents to educate themselves about different therapies and work with their child's therapists, so that they too can promote their child's development and learning throughout the day. She also discussed the importance of parents of children with autism finding and connecting with one another given the unique challenges of this disorder to families.
Videos in this family story
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Therapies Can Have a Great Impact
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The Importance of Early Evaluation
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The Importance of Being Objective and Realistic
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Educate Yourself and Be Proactive
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The Importance of Recognizing Something Is Wrong
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The Temptation of Putting Off An Assessment
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Educate Yourself and Work with Your Child's Therapists
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Opportunities for Children with Autism
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Parents Need to Know What to Expect
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Pediatricians Need to Raise Concerns When Necessary
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Doctors Should Question Parents About Red Flags They Observe
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Doctors Are the First Line of Defense