April marks month of building awareness, acceptance of autism
One in 44 children has been diagnosed with autism, according to the CDC.
By Stephanie KimApril marks month of building awareness, acceptance of autism
One in 44 children has been diagnosed with autism, according to the CDC.
By Stephanie Kim
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April used to be known as Autism Awareness Month. Now, advocates are pushing for it to be recognized as Autism Acceptance Month.
Reset learns more about the importance of social programs, diagnostic treatment and services for people with autism in the Chicago area.
GUESTS: Bradon Byrd, member of Monthly Meet-Ups at Urban Autism Solutions
Beverly Byrd, mother of Brandon Byrd
Latha Soorya, director of the Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment & Services (AARTS) Center at Rush