When I was younger I was looking for this magic meaning of life. It's very simple now. Making the lives of others better, doing something of lasting value. That's the meaning of life, it's that simple.
Temple GrandinIn the 50s and 60s, kids were taught how to shake hands. They were taught how to have manners. There needs to be a lot more of that kind of stuff because the autistic mind doesn't pick up social things and subtle cues.
Temple GrandinSome children may need a behavioral approach, whereas other children may need a sensory approach.
Temple GrandinI'm seeing too many geeky, nerdy kids get addicted to video games and they're going nowhere. It's making me crazy.
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