04/15/2024
"This is Jace, diagnosed at age 4 with level 1 autism. I always knew my son was different, but, like most parents, I thought maybe I should give him time.
I love to believe my son is a genius! His memory span is outrageous. He loves solving puzzles and reading small books. He knows his numbers, colors, alphabet, etc., in BOTH English and Spanish. He says small words like “apple” or “yellow,” but forming simple sentences and phrases has always been highly difficult.
He lacks focus and attention, sometimes making it difficult for him to follow instructions and build social relationships with his teachers at school. Luckily, his teachers and classmates love him very much and help him in every way possible.
Jace currently receives psychological, social, and speech therapy.
For every parent with a child on the spectrum, know that they are different, not less. They have a very special ability, not a disability. If you’re that parent who needs a sign to get your child evaluated, this is it! It’s never too late, but the sooner, the better!"
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