I had a hard time deciding what to write about for my first article since I feel that the first one is important. However, when I discovered a nonprofit video produced by my cousin, it opened my eyes to a common disorder that is still a mystery to a majority of the public, autism spectrum disorder. After watching the video, I thought why not write about this?
In the video, Tucker's mom, Becky, brings up the point that many people do not recognize and understand autism.
That is not good since autism is becoming more common and should be more known. Although, in this world, you can learn new things everyday. Breaking down the misconception that service dogs are "just" for veterans or the visually impaired is a point made in the autism awareness video. I recommend you take a look at this video, to do your part in understanding what autism is and how you can help.
Service dogs are a way for people with anxiety and autism to relieve stress and mental or panic attacks, to always have a friend who you can talk to, and to help keep you calm and safe in a new and scary environment. When Tucker went to visit the facility with the service dogs and got to be around the do, it was said he just smiled and he was so happy, his face said it all. Seeing something like that can just melt anyone's heart. It is so sweet, and I hope they can raise the money they need for sweet and loving Tucker who, yes, does have autism.
He struggles with communication, and he sees and interprets things differently than people without autism. Because of these struggles, obtaining a service dog would change the life of Tucker and his family. Being diagnosed with autism should not stop anyone from living their life and enjoying every minute of it. This article is not about asking you or trying to guilt you into donating money or possibly even sharing the video or Tucker's Service Dog Autism Awareness page. If after watching the video and reading this article, you feel it in your heart that you want to donate money or spread the word, that would be a wonderful, amazing, and beautiful thing. It would be greatly appreciated!
