Recently I have been watching a tv show called Parenthood on NBC. This show for me as a parent of an Autistic boy hits the nail on the head. The core family in the show has a son who is Autistic who is about nine years old and they have a daughter who is in her teens. The mother stays at home to help facilitate getting help for her son with special doctor appointments, and therapy workers. While the father works at a company that makes shoes. I honestly think this has got to be one of the best advocacy agents for awareness of Autism. And I thank all those involved in making of the show Parenthood.  Please watch the show to get a glimpse into the life of a family dealing with Autism. It is hard for everyone, Mom, Dad, Sister and Brother.

One episode that stood out to me is when the father reaches the end of his rope. Because not only does he have the pressures of raising a kid with Autism, he has all the pressures everyone else has work, family, money, etc.

http://www.lilsugar.com/NBCs-Parenthood-Adam-Punches-Man-Who-Calls-Max-Retard-11920639

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