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Peer reviewedCollins, Abby Ward; Collins, Sibley J. – Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities, 2001
The mother of a 13-year-old boy with autism discusses the symptoms of autism from birth through 18 months and 18 through 36 months and her journey out of denial. The dreaded validation of the diagnosis and the support of other parents are addressed. Her husband shares some suggestions for stepfathers. (CR)
Descriptors: Autism, Clinical Diagnosis, Coping, Family Life
