When Autism Therapies Fail: Reconciling Love, Science, and the Search for Dignity
Adults with Autism Autism Parenting Autism Treatment Causes & Risk Factors Early Detection and Diagnosis Personal Stories and Perspectives Therapies and InterventionsWhen current autism therapies fall short, it is not a verdict on the child’s potential but a reflection of approaches that often prioritize compliance over connection. Raun K. Kaufman’s Son-Rise philosophy demonstrates the transformative power of love, parental empowerment, and joining a child’s world, while Jordan & Powell’s academic critique underscores the need for scientific validation, humility, and realistic expectations. The most responsible path forward is not choosing between hope and evidence but integrating both—creating therapeutic and social ecosystems where autistic individuals can thrive with dignity, inclusion, and sustainable support, a vision championed by MEDA Foundation.
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