Personal Narrative: Growing Up With My Brother

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Growing up with an autistic younger brother has been, and still continues to be, a navigational challenge in my life. The hardship of having someone in my family that is different, has been challenging to overcome. Although, the lessons and life experiences that I've obtained from this obstacle, are priceless. By having an autistic sibling I have gained an immense amount of experience of having a leadership role. Whether that is teaching, my younger brother the importance of social cues, or helping to provide care, I have developed a strong sense of inner strength within myself to deal with uncertainty and unique emotions of my sibling. I have learned how to be an advocate for my brother, standing up for him, explaining to others that his

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