Seems likes CNN is running a three-day series under the name of “Autism 911,” in which they’re focusing on a California family, the Bilsons, whose middle child, 13-year-old Marissa, is autistic and has tantrums that are “off the charts and seemingly unwarranted.” In “Supernanny” fashion, an autism consultant from an ABA provider, Autism Partnership, has been called in and, it seems, the CNN show will see if it’s possible to “[rein] in” Marissa’s behavior.
Since she’s 13, I’m wondering if she’s entering, or isin the midst of, puberty? As noted, adolescence and the hormonal and other changes has made this school …read more