They say the key to a happy relationship is to accept, and never try to change, your partner. It's easier said than done (especially for those with a 'fixer-upper' mentality). I'd go one further and say the same applies to children with special needs.
If you have a child with autism or a similar condition, it's all too tempting to avoid going out. After all, who wants the stress and hassle of dealing with possible behaviours in public? (Not least of which the glaring eyes from ignoramuses who just assume you're a crap parent.)
Ever wonder what goes on in the mind of someone with autism? Most of us will never know. But thanks to Carly Fleischmann, and an award-winning video set in a cafe, we are one step closer to understanding.
What should be a simple transaction—buying a cup of joe—can be fraught with anxiety and sensory overload for someone on the spectrum.
