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Siblings Living with Severe Autism

Written By Autismwarriormama on Friday, Aug 21, 2009 | 12:50 AM

 
Siblings help protect autistic brother during self injurious meltdown. Thousands of families across America are living with severe autism. Inside these families we find incredible acts of courage, love and commitment from siblings of autistic children and adults. Siblings of autistic people often grow up with incredible stress, but we can't overlook how these same siblings also show signs of perseverance, resilience, wisdom and strength that comes from living with and loving someone with autism. ****Older sister is now a professional who works with and helps dozens of children, teens and adults with severe autism that other people gave up on. She has more insight into what these people need due to her unique upbringing.