What is I.D.E.A?
It is the “Individuals with Disabilities Education Act“. This should be one of the laws you must be familiar especially if you or someone you know have autism or other diabilities. IDEA give educational rights to children aged 3-21 to have a special eductional program designed specifically for their special needs. IDEA assesses a child first before putting him in a special school or if your child can follow and cope, he can get in a public school.
What is the American Disabilities Act?
This act that all should be familiar with discourages discrimination against people with disabilities in work, public places and by the government. you should not be refused or treated indifferently because of your disorder.
The constitution protects people with disorders to have equal rights with people. one is the right to vote and to express themselves.
By knowing the law and how it applies to you and or others with autism, you can be sure that they can be treated in a fair way and not be ignored or mistreated.