AUTISM AND “GIFTS”: Trying to Find Jack’s “Thing”
Does having autism mean your child will have specialized gifts or talents? Here's my reflection on the realities of my son's interests and abilities.
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LOOKING AT JACK: Autism and Eye Contact
In many parts of the world, making eye contact is a social norm. People expect others to look them in the eye. Unfortunately, for people…
A TOUCHY Subject: Autism & Touch
I always assumed that people on the Autism Spectrum do not like to be touched. As in they'll bristle or yell or run away. But…
‘MISSING’ JACK: Frustrations with Autistic Self-Imposed Seclusion
Those with autism tend to want seclusion, which can be very frustrating their loved ones. Where did Jack go? Why did he leave? And what is he doing now?
Lessons from a Traffic Light: RULES RULE
Jack's carpool keeps me in line with the rules of the road, which can never deviate based on circumstance, because for them: RULES RULE.
“ESCAPING” Christmas: That’s One Way to Cope
It was Christmas Morning several years ago. We had traveled from California to be with our family in Utah. The night before had been a huge…