Anyone here really know about autism?
Posted By: I met this kid on 2009-01-18
In Reply to: i agree - anon
I met John, Kelly, Jett and Ella when Jett was only about 8 or 9, and actually heard Jett converse.
He spoke clearly, and quite appropriate to the topic at hand. I saw nothing unusual about him, to be perfectly honest.
Could autism develop AFTER that age? I admit I know nothing about it, other than there are varying degrees.
But at the age I saw him, he appeared to be a normal, even a bit precocious, 8 to 9 year old boy.
For the record, the Travoltas are wonderful, gracious people, who treat everyone from maids to CEOs with dignity and respect. No attitude whatsoever. They're definitely NOT typical Hollywood people.
Thanks for any info anyone has.
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It has been stated there were very little verbal skills if at all. Still a tragedy no matter what problems he had. He was loved by his parents tremendously. As far as the "lover" rumors, they have been going on for years. Not saying they are true or not, I have no idea. BTW, does it really matter?
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Being as autism discovered in 1943
sorta puts this theory to rest, doesn’t it? Years ago people with retardation, problems with autism not talked about, hidden by the families. In 1943 infants were not overpowered by vaccinations so nah, don’t hold vaccinations responsible.
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