If you are raising a beautiful, unique child with autism or another developmental difference, you have likely noticed them engaging in repetitive behaviors. Perhaps they flap their hands when excited, rock back and forth while watching a favorite show, or line up their toys in a precise, unbroken chain.
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition that affects how a person experiences the world, communicates, interacts with others, and processes information. It is called a "spectrum" because autism presents differently in every individual. Some people may need significant support in their daily lives, while others live independently and excel in various fields.