It is not uncommon for parents to feel a sense of isolation when they learn their child has autism. Autism is a word that seems very final and is as one parent said, “The most devastating of disabilities.” After some time passes you will feel less that way, and you will learn it is not the most devastating thing that can happen. Isolation is not something you have to learn to live with and, in fact, you shouldn't. There are many forms of support available to you that are worth taking advantage of.