The author reflects on her initial rejection of her mother's claim that her son, who was diagnosed with ADHD, is also autistic. This assertion came after her parents' brief visit and was made without prior discussion. Despite the mother's authoritative tone and her own incomplete understanding of autism, the author believes she knows her son best. She highlights his love for books, pretend play, and social interaction, demonstrating her belief that his unique behaviors did not align with her perceptions of autism, showcasing the complexities of parental intuition and societal labels.
Our son always had his own unique approach to life, demonstrating a love for books and imaginative play; we'd never seen his behavior as anything outside the norm.
My mother proclaimed authoritatively that her grandson is autistic, despite never having discussed this possibility with us and only having observed him during a rare visit.
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