Thursday Links: Autism and Other

[jimhines]

April is Autism Awareness month-or perhaps Autism Acceptance Month is the better approach. As it happens, I’m working on a short story with an autistic protagonist. I also have an autistic son, as some of you know. Between the additional posts & discussion, research for the story, and my own ongoing personal efforts to expand my understanding, I’ve

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[deborahblakehps]

I hope things are going well for/with your son.

autistic protagonist

[wild_patience]

Thank you for writing this. Autism is in our family - one of my brothers is autistic, but when we were kids, it wasn't commonly known so he was not diagnosed. His son is, and another sister's grandson is as well. I'm sure I can find happy recipients for your book when it's out.

Re: autistic protagonist

[jimhines]

Thank you! It's only a short story, not a full book, but I'm getting quite invested in this one...

[gelsey]

Oh, some very interesting links there!

I found a link earlier today I thought you might be interested in. SPEAK and Steubenville, can YA help?

I look forward to your story with the autistic protagonist :D

[controuble]

Another link you might want to look at: http://www.thinkingautismguide.com/
Irregular posting except for this month, but worth following.