Autism, While Black

National Council on Severe Autism
4 min readJul 23, 2020

“When we leave the house, my son’s behavior challenges mean I have no idea what to expect from him, and his race means I have no idea what to expect from others.”

By Elna Moore Hall

A few years ago, I moved with my husband and children to a small suburb, known for its community safety, tree-lined streets, and stellar school system. I was excited about the move, our new house, and the great education…

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National Council on Severe Autism

National Council on Severe Autism pursues recognition, policy and solutions for individuals, families and caregivers affected by severe autism. NCSAutism.org