Let's Talk Autism

During Autism Awareness month, we talk about autism daily. The media gives us a wealth of information on this topic. We display autism banners, wear autism apparel, and even have autism bazaars in the schools. But, my concern is the LACK of media attention and awareness about this global public concern after April 30th. They say, it takes 30 days to detox the body and mind from bad habits and behaviors. Well, if this saying holds any validity than by May 30th, society should be immune-free from discussing autism. Today is May 9th, look at the passive attention autism receives. Ok, Besides the fact that South Korea did a study and suggests 1 in 38 children have autism. Yes, red flags should go up!! This is a major concern. On the other hand, a college student wrote she never heard the word "autism" until today! In the year 2011, how can we fail to inform and educate the youth;future leaders of society about this disorder? Do we talk more about autism
through the use of videos, play stations, game boys, Facebook or Twitter? People we must do better with educating and empowering others. So, I ask, what are you doing to educate society about autism??
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lynesha eaddy on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 4:46 PM

YES U ARE RIGHT. WE MUST EDUCATE OUR YOUTH AND AND ANYONE ELSE WHO HAS NO UNDERSTANDING OF Autism. I HOPE AND PRAY THIS DOSENT BECOME A ISSUE THEY JUST GIVE A BACK SEAT TO

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Safiyyah Amina Muhammad on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 7:26 PM

I am so proud of you Rasheedah! Words cant express how valuable you are to our and so many affected by Autism. Continue to be a voice of Awareness. People live with Autism daily, its time for the rest of the world to realize this is not a month long state of existence.

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Dilia Pdialmer on Thursday, May 12, 2011 9:50 AM

Worked with in the past with young adults w autism...luv them! Amazed me most of them have the potencial of being artistic...example..one girl use to craft beautiful horses figurines of bread dough..covered w some solution(can't recall name) used in ceramics..painted them..most awesome work!....also a young man that wrote every day menus..with all Holidays without repeating them once! It was so good that the facility started to use them..he will get money nd on shopping days...he make sure he bought paper,pencils..to write more menus..... Some of this beautiful institutionalize children/adults..are so forgotten by their families...sad.so happy I contributed to loving,caring for them.was a blessing to get that casual smile back!

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Wafiyyah Muhammad on Thursday, May 12, 2011 2:23 PM

I applaud you and the work you are doing to raise autism awareness. Both books are a welcome addition to anyone's library. Children of all ages and abilities enjoy reading/listening to stories about Pedro and Michael. There's enlightening information for adults as well. As educators, we have an obligation to educate. Continue raising the bar! I am proud of you! You are a phenomenal woman!

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Allison K James on Thursday, May 12, 2011 9:19 PM

Rasheedah, I too applaud you. What you are doing, bring autism awareness into the urban community is very much needed. Your book Pedro's Visit to the Aquarium was an eye opener for me. I only pray that it open they eyes of so many more Americans. I am so proud of you and glad that God has placed you in my life. See you at the mountain top :)

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lateefah saleem on Thursday, May 12, 2011 11:37 PM

I are so proud of you for your dedication to inform people about autism. Your books are amazing and very delightful to read. They focus on your love for the precious children/adults that's combatting this unsolved puzzle. Thank you for your courage to pick up a pen and write about this global awareness that effect all of us in one way or another. No one knows what tomorrow will bring them, all we have are prayers,dreams,hope and desires. I thank the Creator for allowing you to be an advocate for children with autism. Keep that Pen in your hand and continue to tell the stories of those unheard voices. You are a blessing! I love you

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lateefah saleem on Thursday, May 12, 2011 11:40 PM

I are so proud of you for your dedication to inform people about autism. Your books are amazing and very delightful to read. They focus on your love for the precious children/adults that's combatting this unsolved puzzle. Thank you for your courage to pick up a pen and write about this global awareness that effects all of us in one way or another. No one knows what tomorrow will bring them, all we have are prayers,dreams,hopes and desires. I thank the Creator for allowing you to be an advocate for children with autism. Keep that Pen in your hand and continue to tell the stories of those unheard voices. You are a blessing! I love you

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Crystal Harris on Thursday, July 14, 2011 8:42 PM

Hello Rasheeda, A friend of mind has a child who is a student in the Maplewood school system....Your books are on his summer reading list!!! Parents there have to purchase the books on their own. I was excited when I heard this about your books. Did not know if you were aware of it. I gave the child my copies. He was a very appreciative 6 year old.

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