"This HIGHLY recommended video would be a wonderful choice for in-service professional training workshops. Additionally, academic libraries with teacher education programs would find this title to be of use for both educators and parents. Would also be a valuable resource for public libraries and curriculum centers." Educational Media Reviews This penetrating documentary chronicles two years in the life of Adrian, a four-year-old autistic boy. In the spectrum of Autism and related disorders, Adrian would probably be considered "high functioning." He makes eye contact and seems to show some interest in what others are doing. He is also extremely attached to his father. Yet at the age of four he does not talk or relate to other children, and has endless, almost inconsolable tantrums.
Focusing primarily on his experiences in a special therapy program, the film gives viewers an exceptional opportunity to experience the day-to-day struggles of his father and his special needs teachers and caregivers to break through the communication barriers that keep Adrian from relating to others. By the end, at the age of six and a half, Adrian has made a great deal of progress both socially and cognitively and, although he will need full time assistance, is ready to begin attending public school.