I learn or confirm something new about autism every day! I hope you all do too.
Megan McQuillan
Looking through some of the TED Talks (for topics about autism) on YouTube, I came across this 15 minute video featuring geneticist Wendy Chung. This presentation is titled: Autism - what we know (and what we don't know yet). Though there is quite a bit of science involved in her speech, she uses some visual examples that really made sense in what is happening genetically and why some individuals display skills other do not. While you and your family may be in a place of acceptance and action, you may be facing other family members who are still misunderstanding autism and the challenges that accompany it. Though we are a long ways away from the "refrigerator mother" theory, sometimes loved ones inadvertently or unintentionally place blame on autism being a product of, or perpetuated by, parenting styles. Perhaps you have someone in your life you think could benefit from more explanation. Sometimes hearing information from a third party helps even if you have said the same exact message. After all, when we get down to it, it's not about who is right or wrong, who said it best, or who said it first. It's about educating everyone that comes in contact with our kids so that we build people up; to be loving, encouraging, holding high expectations, and yet realistic with their understanding of what the brain with autism is really experiencing moment to moment. I learn or confirm something new about autism every day! I hope you all do too. Megan McQuillan
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Sabra
10/2/2014 09:56:44 am
Great find Megan!!
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