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Autism
6 Things That Could Be Done Now to Help Autism Families

Kymberly Grosso on April 1, 2013

Our autistic children need help. Many autistic adults need help. But what can schools and legislators do right now to start helping?

Our autistic children need help. Many autistic adults need help. But what can schools and legislators do right now to start helping?

Autism
6 Lessons Learned Transitioning to High School

Kymberly Grosso on January 13, 2013

My son and I came up with a list of “lessons learned” to date, regarding high school and autism. All autistic kids are different; so our experience doesn’t match everyone else’s. That being said, here are some areas to think about with regards to transitioning to high school:

My son and I came up with a list of “lessons learned” to date, regarding high school and autism. All autistic kids are different; so our experience doesn’t match everyone else’s. That being said, here are some areas to think about with regards to transitioning to high school:

Education
Cameras In Classrooms? Bring It On!

Kymberly Grosso on October 15, 2012

Our children are our most valuable asset that we as parents and this country have, so why are we not protecting them?

Our children are our most valuable asset that we as parents and this country have, so why are we not protecting them?

Autism
Stressed Out!

Kymberly Grosso on July 16, 2012

From insurance companies to school districts, parents often face insurmountable obstacles trying to help their autistic children. Many times, we think we have everything in place, then another shoe drops, and we are left scrambling to fix whatever’s broken.

From insurance companies to school districts, parents often face insurmountable obstacles trying to help their autistic children. Many times, we think we have everything in place, then another shoe drops, and we are left scrambling to fix whatever’s broken.

Autism
Snorkeling and Autism: The World Beneath the Surface of Things

Kymberly Grosso on April 6, 2012

It reminded me yet again that there are so many things our kids can do…from karate to playing drums to now snorkeling. Yes, the journey with autism is a long and hard road, but as parents, there are times when we need to stop and acknowledge how great life is at that moment.

It reminded me yet again that there are so many things our kids can do…from karate to playing drums to now snorkeling. Yes, the journey with autism is a long and hard road, but as parents, there are times when we need to stop and acknowledge how great life is at that moment.

Health
Students Traumatized in Special Education Across America, Seclusion, Restraint, and Aversives

Kymberly Grosso on January 19, 2012

So I am left wondering, “What exactly needs to happen to our children with autism before America says enough is enough?” In order to get this bill passed, exactly how many kids need to be traumatized? How many kids need to die? I am pleading for America to wake up and end the civil rights injustices that happen to disabled children in the name of education.

So I am left wondering, “What exactly needs to happen to our children with autism before America says enough is enough?” In order to get this bill passed, exactly how many kids need to be traumatized? How many kids need to die? I am pleading for America to wake up and end the civil rights injustices that happen to disabled children in the name of education.

Grief
Getting Through The Holidays After Losing A Loved One???

Kymberly Grosso on December 23, 2011

This will be the second Christmas we are celebrating without Mom, and I still find myself asking, "How do you get through the holidays after losing a loved one?"

This will be the second Christmas we are celebrating without Mom, and I still find myself asking, "How do you get through the holidays after losing a loved one?"

Asperger's Syndrome
A Conversation with James Durbin: His New Album, Music and Autism

Kymberly Grosso on December 5, 2011

"My mom always talks about being prideful and being proud of who I am. And I was made this way for a reason. Growing up I never knew what that reason would be until I got the pleasure of going on American Idol and sharing with the world who I am." ~ James Durbin

"My mom always talks about being prideful and being proud of who I am. And I was made this way for a reason. Growing up I never knew what that reason would be until I got the pleasure of going on American Idol and sharing with the world who I am." ~ James Durbin

Autism
Autism...Acceptance Versus Cure?

Kymberly Grosso on October 26, 2011

As for the cure versus acceptance debate, society often forces us to take sides on issues. People like the “neatness” of black and white, since gray is often messy and complicated. I’ve come to the conclusion that there is no “right” answer to the cure versus acceptance debate.

As for the cure versus acceptance debate, society often forces us to take sides on issues. People like the “neatness” of black and white, since gray is often messy and complicated. I’ve come to the conclusion that there is no “right” answer to the cure versus acceptance debate.

Autism
Teaching Teachers about Autism

Kymberly Grosso on September 26, 2011

It is in society's best interest to educate our children to the best of our ability. That includes using autism teaching competencies.

It is in society's best interest to educate our children to the best of our ability. That includes using autism teaching competencies.

Autism
5 Reasons Why Autism Moms Rock!

Kymberly Grosso on August 31, 2011

From running support groups to advocating on behalf of our children, these women are passionate, fearless and a force to be reckoned with. When I look at the autism moms I know, it is easy to see commonalities despite their many differences. So my fellow autism Moms, here's my 5 top reasons for why you rock:

From running support groups to advocating on behalf of our children, these women are passionate, fearless and a force to be reckoned with. When I look at the autism moms I know, it is easy to see commonalities despite their many differences. So my fellow autism Moms, here's my 5 top reasons for why you rock:

Happiness
Never Giving Up Hope

Kymberly Grosso on May 23, 2011

When you face the unknown, the joy of witnessing a huge accomplishment can bring you to your knees. It is the feeling of finally letting yourself feel happiness and allowing yourself to dream again for what the future holds for your child. Positive dreams.

When you face the unknown, the joy of witnessing a huge accomplishment can bring you to your knees. It is the feeling of finally letting yourself feel happiness and allowing yourself to dream again for what the future holds for your child. Positive dreams.

Autism
Moving Beyond Autism Awareness to Action

Kymberly Grosso on April 4, 2011

April is Autism Awareness Month. Yet I can't help feeling frustrated as we pass out ribbons and light bulbs. Instead of asking "What is autism?", we should be asking "What can I do today, right now, to help kids, adults and families affected by autism?".

April is Autism Awareness Month. Yet I can't help feeling frustrated as we pass out ribbons and light bulbs. Instead of asking "What is autism?", we should be asking "What can I do today, right now, to help kids, adults and families affected by autism?".

Autism
10 Things You Can Do to Help an Autism Family

Kymberly Grosso on January 21, 2011

When you find out that your friend, family member, or neighbor has a child who has been diagnosed with autism, here are 10 things you can do to help.

When you find out that your friend, family member, or neighbor has a child who has been diagnosed with autism, here are 10 things you can do to help.