The costs of autism strap many families
“Parents struggling to care for a child on the autism spectrum have the stress of direct costs — such treatments and therapies — and indirect costs, like loss of income for parents who need to work less, or not at all. Lisa, who lives in Orlando, has a son on the spectrum who will turn 18 this fall. He is on five medications that must be taken twice daily that relate to ailments resulting from his autism spectrum disorder. Each year, Lisa pays out of pocket for his treatments and medication.”