DEAR CAROLYN: My daughter is getting married in a huge wedding, 300 guests. My son is autistic and attending this wedding is going to be a big deal, likely with at least one meltdown. My daughter ...

Adapted from a recent online discussion. Dear Carolyn: My daughter is getting married in a huge wedding, 300 guests. My son is autistic and attending this wedding is going to be a big deal, likely ...

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DEAR CAROLYN: My daughter is getting married in a huge wedding, 300 guests. My son is autistic and attending this wedding is going to be a big deal, likely with at least one meltdown. My daughter ...

Jonah and Sam Waldron are as close as brothers get. 23-year-old Sam has autism, and his big brother, Jonah, 27, has always been a supporter, friend, and confidant. The brothers inspire each other. So ...

Adapted from a recent online discussion. Dear Carolyn: My daughter is getting married in a huge wedding, 300 guests. My son is autistic and attending this wedding is going to be a big deal, likely ...

My daughter is getting married in a huge wedding, 300 guests. My son is autistic and attending this wedding is going to be a big deal, likely with at least one meltdown. My daughter wants to hire a ...

Adapted from a recent online discussion. My daughter is getting married in a huge wedding, 300 guests. My son is autistic and attending this wedding is going to be a big deal, likely with at least one ...