The Impact of a Book in Shifting the Perception of Autism

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This chapter explores the lasting impact of the book 'The Siege' in raising awareness and advocating for better support and education for autistic children. It also highlights the author's role in dispelling the belief of autism being caused by 'refrigerator mothers'.

On All in the Mind this week, the early history of autism.

With historian of science Professor Marga Vicedo we learn about the blame that was cast on mothers, the fight to get adequate help and support for families, and the movement that one mother, Clara Park, helped spark.