Autism Acceptance

Many autistics are frustrated about labels and assumptions about their condition. There is a movement beginning to spread awareness and acceptance, not cures.

From the beginning of our son's diagnosis, we have often wondered what is autism and what is just his personality. There often seems to be a fine line. I have been always been concerned that he receive the necessary help so that he can reach all of his possibilities, but at the same time, I don't want him to lose the individual he is.

NPR (National Public Radio) recently did a segment on this subject on their feature show All Things Considered. It was titled Autism Movement Seeks Acceptance, Not Cures. It is an important subject to cover. As parents and caregivers who want only the best for our children, we can quickly lose sight that despite their autism, they are as individual as you and I. The segment covers a group of autistics that work to spread awareness and acceptance.