Allies All Around

Allies All Around

A previous installment, “Enemies in the House,” I began the story of Silas and Regina, parents of a child on the autism spectrum named Belisario (“Belly”). These characters are synthesized from real people with common traits and common stories. Summary: Silas and...
Enemies in the House

Enemies in the House

Having a child with special needs puts a strain on the parents, and on their relationship with each other. It is not unusual for parents to dissolve their relationship over disputes about how to address the special needs of a child. The biggest dispute may be as to...

Educating the Courts about Special Needs

Children with special needs are some of the most vulnerable members of our society. We, as a society, have a duty to ensure that they are protected and treated fairly. To that end, the family court systems are in great need of information about this population. The...