> http://www.autismvox.com/autism-every-day-the-real-story/ > > Julia
>Sorry, should have added that you ought to read at least the first 6 >comments, as well. > > Julia Thanks for the link Julia. Watching the clip I was hoping there would be more discussion of a point that was barely touched on- integration/expectations of society. I figured there was only so much that could be covered in one PSA. Having completed a year of my doctorate work (and delving once again into some of the developmental/ neurological/systemic conditions that individual may have I am happy to see some educational material coming out for parents and youth regarding various conditions. Educational material is getting (slowly) researched. Some examples that come to mind are the StarBright program for youths with cystic fibrosis and the Arthritis Self-Management Program (ASMP). I am not aware of much in there literature regarding Autism, but that doesn't mean it isn't being developed. Relating to the comment about the autistic child who bikes 5 miles with his dad... this is great to hear. Emerging awareness about sporting options for children with disabilities seems to be on the verge of becoming more mainstream (although I may be optimistic considering the budget rhetoric around the country about cutting back public rec programs). I was amazed that hippotherapy programs are commonly subsidized through donations for relatively decent priced participation (and in our area/state I thought there was one program and there are more like 8 to 12). _http://www.ncpad.org/index.php_ (http://www.ncpad.org/index.php) National Center on Physical Activity and Disability American Hippotherapy Association _www.americanhippotherapyassociation.org_ (http://www.americanhippotherapyassociation.org) Not a ton specific to Autism, but awareness and advocacy helps drive things. I look at people like you an my sister and know over time things will be better for kids with Autism. Dee In _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
