Come Meet Drayden!

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. While it can affect children of all races, African American and Latin X children, as compared to their white counterparts, are more likely to be diagnosed as engaging in "bad behavior" than having ASD. The ASD diagnosis usually comes at a later age, and prevents Black and Brown children from early intervention and receiving the help they need. This is one family's experience living with a child with ASD. Meet author and autism advocate Dana Young-Askew. Her book, "Come Meet Drayden" shares what it's like to live with her son Drayden, told through the perspective of his siblings. Dana shares critical information on the symptoms of ASD, where to find help, and how to overcome the stigma of developmental disabilities within the Black community.