Family Stories: Parents offer advice to parents concerned about their child's development or a diagnosis of autism
Advocating for Your Child
Lynda and David, parents of Wynston, discuss the necessity of advocating for your child with autism and ensuring that they receive intervention as soon as possible. Children are most likley to benefit from treatment when they are very young and their brains are still developing. Lynda and David also discuss the importance of parents educating themselves as much as possible given that our knowledge of autism is rapidly growing and changing.
Videos in this family story
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Therapies Can Have a Great Impact
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Advocating for Your Child
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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