Mary Nisson
My blogs
Blogs I follow
| Industry | Non-Profit |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Families-to-government liaison for ID/DD |
| Location | California, United States |
| Introduction | The Autism Spectrum ranges from "Level 1" (requiring some support) through "Level 3" (requiring very substantial support). My son, David M. Nisson, PhD, is at "Level 2" (requiring substantial support). He dreamed of earning college degrees in Experimental Physics, but only wealthy "Twice Exceptional" students could afford this. It's against my religious values to ignore "Talents", so, with my support, David went on to complete a Ph.D. at UC Davis Physics and contribute to the all-important world of scientific research. This blog serves both as a reference for the increasing numbers of parents following in my footsteps, and a warning that in addition to advocating for academic accommodations and arranging behavior programs, parents must also spend time studying medical issues that seem minor during childhood, and to participate now in the reform efforts of crucial national agencies like SSA and HUD, and those of your city, county and state government to protect your sons' or daughters' futures. |
| Interests | Equity, Diversity, Science, Future Planning, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Support Services, Faith |
| Favorite Movies | Rain Man, Nativity Story, The Martian |
| Favorite Music | Peder B. Helland, Matt Maher, Marty Haugen, Lauren Daigle, For King and Country |
| Favorite Books | Isaiah, Psalms, Gospel of Matthew |
If mud is dirt plus water, what is clay?
Clay is a type of mud; mud is a mix of water with any type of soil, while clay is a mix of water with specific types of soil. Likewise, "Savant Syndrome Autism" is a type of "Twice Exceptionality".