I Am Not Bad, I Have Autism: A Guide for Kids and Families

Am I bad?

It's a question many children with autism quietly ask-especially when the world feels too loud, too confusing, or too overwhelming.

Meet DJ, a bright and thoughtful 12-year-old whose brain works differently. Sometimes sounds feel too big. Sometimes changes feel too hard. Sometimes he struggles to communicate or feels overwhelmed by big emotions.

And sometimes, DJ wonders if he's just "bad."

With the support of his mom, teachers, and counselor, DJ begins to understand something life-ch...