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Parenting by James GuttmanMay 5, 20256:42 am
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“Severe Autism”: Awareness, Acceptance, and Saying the Words

When I think of “severe autism,” I think of another kid… doing what Lucas is doing.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 30, 20257:43 am
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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.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 28, 20257:17 am
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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.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 23, 20257:29 am
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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.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 21, 20259:31 am
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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 […]

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 16, 20257:40 amApril 15, 2025
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The Most Accepting Person I Know Has Autism

It’s strange that we need an entire month to ask people to be decent

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 14, 20257:22 am
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The Hardest Thing I Do for My Non-Verbal Son Is Step Back

I’m proud every single day.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 9, 20257:17 amApril 9, 2025
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The Future I Dreaded Is the Life I Love

Raising my non-verbal son didn’t go as I hoped. It went better than I ever could have imagined.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 7, 20257:27 amApril 7, 2025
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My Non-Verbal Son Is the Purest Reflection of My Values

I want people to know my son for the person he is.

Parenting by James GuttmanApr 2, 20257:27 am
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Autism Awareness Starts With Seeing My Son, Not Labeling Him

On World Autism Awareness Day, I’m not asking you to change the world, just to see my son for who he really is.

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