"Too young to worry, Too old to smile"

What is Autism? Autism is a condition where individuals experience and respond to the world differently from neurotypical people. It falls under neurodivergence, which includes autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and more. Unlike certain conditions such as Down’s syndrome, autism doesn’t have distinct physical features. Autism exists on a spectrum. At one end, an autistic individual might excel academically, be musically gifted, or a chess champion, yet struggle with sensory sensitivities like loud sounds or sticky textures. At the other end, there are children like my son, Avnit. He is non-verbal, joyful, loves food, but faces unique challenges, including: 👉Aversion to wearing helmets, caps, or gloves—even in freezing weather. He resists change and reacts intensely if others wear these around him. 👉 A strong need for sensory input, like spinning in circles or enjoying the wind on his face. 👉Discomfort in closed spaces and difficulty with fine motor skills, making tasks like picking up s...