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I Have Autism? Why It’s Important for YOU to Tell Your Child They’re Autistic

AN EDUCATIONAL DOCTOR EXPLAINS WHY IT’S IMPORTANT FOR PARENTS TO TALK TO THEIR CHILDREN ABOUT THEIR AUTISM DIAGNOSIS. By Dr. Ronald I. Malcolm, EdD

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