In other words, just because he can’t speak doesn’t mean he can’t do so much more.
I'm James Guttman, father of two children. One non-verbal with autism and one non stop verbal with attitude. New Posts: Every Monday and Wednesday
Parenting My Growing Son With Autism Takes More Than Strength
I want a kid who is good all the time, not just when his dad is there.
Why I Take My Non-Verbal Son Out, Even When Neither of Us Wants To
This was not Coachella. This was Seaford.
“Severe Autism”: Awareness, Acceptance, and Saying the Words
When I think of “severe autism,” I think of another kid… doing what Lucas is doing.
If You Don’t Know My Son, You Don’t Know What’s Best
We’ll call you if we need anything. But, as of today, we’re good.
Why I Needed My Non-Verbal Son As Much As He Needed Me
He’s my rock, my ride or die, and his need for me isn’t fickle or fake.
My Son’s Autism Is Profound… And I Still Don’t Want to Cure Him
From what I’ve seen, autism isn’t a disease. It’s his way of being.
Read My Latest Essay in HuffPost: “I Don’t Want a Cure for My Son’s Autism”
This week, I’m honored to share a piece I wrote for HuffPost Personal. It’s one of the most personal essays I’ve ever written about my son Lucas, the way we’ve grown together, and why I’ve […]
The Most Accepting Person I Know Has Autism
It’s strange that we need an entire month to ask people to be decent
The Hardest Thing I Do for My Non-Verbal Son Is Step Back
I’m proud every single day.
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