THE GREATNESS OF AUTISM
LEARN FROM THE TRUE EXPERTS - THOSE WITH AUTISM
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DANIEL HAWTHORNE
- When Daniel was a child his future looked bleak. Without the ability to communicate and remaining non-verbal until almost 7 years old, Daniel was classified as mentally retarded. Today he is totally independent with meaningful relationships and a good career. Among many other accomplishments, he is also the author of A Reason For Hope. I recommend you read this inspiring book. It will amaze you and show you that anything is possible.
- Daniel's Interview
- What was your diagnosis as a child? What is your diagnosis now?
- My original diagnosis, when I was age 5, was that of mental retardation, perhaps based on my lack of speech, and inadequate social skills for a child of my age. My current diagnosis of classic autism was based on personal history, personality traits, and in-depth IQ testing over a period of 3-4 months.
- Do you get upset if you're called "autistic" rather than "a person with autism?"
- Actually, I prefer to think of myself as being autistic rather than
having autism. Autism is ...
- Are you verbal? When did you learn to talk?
- Yes. I spoke for the first time at age 6 1/2. However, I had difficulty
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- Did you have friends as a child?
- No. During my preschool year ...
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