National Autism Awareness Month
I have been discussing it for the past few weeks and now it is finally here, today is April 1 and marks the beginning of National Autism Awareness Month. Let’s start off with looking at exactly what awareness means. The American Heritage Dictionary defines awareness as:
Having knowledge or cognizance
So National Autism Awareness Month would have a goal of spreading knowledge or cognizance of autism. There are many public agencies, both in the United States and across the world, that are taking the time to help spread awareness of autism. As mentioned last night VH1 Classic’s Rock Autism website has launched; additionally Toys R Us has their campaign in stores and online to help raise funds for Autism Speaks as well as raise awareness of autism spectrum disorders. More information on the various agencies within the United States helping raise awareness can be found on the Mindless Mommy Autism site.
I have done a few things to raise awareness. I am a member of several online message board communities ranging from parenting to gaming to automobiles. I have made it a point to post a bit about April being Autism Awareness Month as well as some basic information about autism and how it affects my daughter, specifically. I have received nothing but positive feedback from everyone which is wonderful. Take a few minutes this month to spread awareness in your own way, the more people are aware of it now the easier the future may be for our children.
