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Family's Autism Struggle Ends in Tragedy

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A heart-wrenching story unfolds as a family with severe autism faces unimaginable struggles, leading to a tragic end. Simon Lewis, a family friend, shares the daily challenges of caring for a loved one with level three autism, emphasizing the need for more attention and support for these families.

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Family's Autism Struggle Ends in Tragedy

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On this March 4th in Sydney, here's what is making headlines. A tragic discovery shook Perth last month when an entire family was found dead in their Moseman Park home. The victims were brothers, Otis, Fourteen, and Leon, Sixteen, along with their parents Jericloon, Fifty, and Mywena Ghosto, Forty-Nine. Police believe the parents killed their sons before taking their own lives. The boys face significant help challenges, described by friends as severe autism. Simon Lewis, a family friend who met them through an early intervention center, relates deeply to their struggles. His own daughter Madeline, now Sixteen, has level three autism and needs round the clock care. Lewis paints a picture of the daily grind for such families. Madeline cannot speak or express her needs, leading to endless screaming fits, sleepless nights from 1am to 6am, and unpredictable behaviors, that push parents to their limits. He calls it frightening, isolating, and heartbreaking. These challenges often mean no quick diagnosis or services, leaving parents without counseling

or support. Lewis notes the intense pressure, including fears over national disability insurance scheme funding that keeps care is in place. Losing it could break families apart. Lewis stresses that severe autism is no superpower, but a cruel condition impacting everyone involved. He urges more attention and help for these families, highlighting moments of joy amid the hardship by swimming together while calling for real. Recognition of their needs. The Daily News Now is presented by our sponsor. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-SoliPillow.com

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