Jenny McCarthy and Autism

The chances your child will have Autism is now 1 in 150. One child is diagnosed every 20 minutes. Autism is a debilitating disorder, which according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is suffered by 1 in 150 kids, making it more common than childhood cancer, diabetes and AIDS combined.

Jenny McCarthy is an actress, model, activist, and mother of a child with Autism. She has written several books on Autism and motherhood. This lens is about Jenny and her journey with Autism and her son's recovery.

"Emotional, devastating, a story of hope."

-People

"Honest, informative, down-to-earth, and sometimes painful. Mothers everywhere thank her."

-The Chicago Sun-Times

"Surprisingly fun to read, realistic, and engaging, a good introduction to the ups and downs that autism brings to everyday life."

-autism.about.com

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Autism is suffered by 1 in 150 kids. Autism is more common than childhood cancer, diabetes and AIDS combined.

"We've met some of the most amazing moms and dads who are forging their own path to prevention and recovery. When our son, Evan, was diagnosed with autism we were lucky enough to benefit from their knowledge and experience. Evan has been healed to a great extent by many breakthroughs that, while perhaps not scientifically proven, have definitely helped Evan and many other children who are recovering from autism." - Jenny McCarthy

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Over the years, Jim has also developed a close bond with Jenny's son, Evan. Jenny says Jim will let out his silly side when he's playing with Evan or telling stories.

"It's the most animated, hilarious thing ever," she says.

On St. Patrick's Day, Jim even dressed up as a leprechaun to entertain Evan. "Evan was out of his mind," Jenny says.