by autismfamily | Sep 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
Chef Justin’s Autism: Strengths, Challenges, and Lessons Chef Justin is a real person whose journey with autism, physical health, and personal growth offers valuable insights. Here’s a focused look at his story, the co-occurring health conditions, and what we can...
by autismfamily | Sep 23, 2025 | Uncategorized
What We Suspect Causes Autism — And What the Current U.S. Administration Says Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is complex, and its causes are not fully understood. Below is a breakdown of what scientists believe may contribute to autism, followed by what the Trump...
by autismfamily | May 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Planning Your Will as the Parent of a Special Needs Child: A Journey of Love and Responsibility As the parent of a special needs child, there’s one thought that quietly haunts many of us: What will happen to my child when I’m gone? It’s a question that doesn’t have a...
by autismfamily | May 5, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Top Three Things I Wish I Had Known When Chef Justin Was Diagnosed with Autism By Donna Richards When my son Justin was diagnosed with autism at the age of three, I thought the world had stopped spinning. The doctors painted a bleak picture—saying he might never...
by autismfamily | Apr 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Top 7 Ways to Celebrate Easter at Home with Your Child with Autism Holidays can be magical—but they can also be overwhelming, especially for our kids on the spectrum. At Autism Family Circus, we believe that Easter doesn’t have to be loud, chaotic, or filled with...