Autism And Us

Autism and Us is the deeply moving true story of a mother’s journey through autism, uncertainty, and unwavering love.

When Dr. Aditi Kumar’s son Aiden was diagnosed with autism at the age of two, her world shifted. What followed was a relentless search for answers across cities in India, through countless therapies, and eventually across continents to Australia. Alongside her husband Inderjeet, who left his corporate job to support their son full-time, Dr. Kumar balanced her medical career while learning the language of nonverbal connection, advocacy, and resilience.

From moments of despair to breathtaking breakthroughs — including Aiden’s first spoken words at age nine — this memoir is both an intimate family chronicle and a powerful testimony to the strength of a child, the sacrifice of parents, and the quiet victories that define unconditional love.

Courageous, honest, and ultimately full of hope, Autism and Us is a story for every parent, educator, or soul learning how to love someone different—not less.