Editor’s Note: This is the first in a series of four articles highlighting Autism Acceptance Month.
A newly released book, Real Words with Sam by Fallbrook resident J. Brad Britton and his son Sam, is drawing attention during Autism Acceptance Month. The book portrays Sam, a local non-speaking individual with autism who has learned to communicate through a spelling-based method, and explores its impact on their father-son relationship.
It’s the story of a father and son navigating autism, apraxia, and realizing that non-speaking doesn't mean non-thinking.
Communication is an important part of our lives; it shapes how people understand, value, and connect with one another. While many people take communication for granted, it can be a significant challenge for those on the autism spec
