The diagnosis of autism was shocking, even though Carol Marcantonio first noticed son Evan wasnt developing normally after his first birthday. It was the first time I ever heard the word in reference to someone I love, said Carol. Ten years later, the bond between mother and son is unbreakable, having withstood moments of violence, fear, sorrow, and joy.
Courant reporter Josh Kovner and photographer Cloe Poisson spent months with the Marcantonio family, chronicling a mothers crusade to get her son proper treatment while navigating the highs and lows of a system ill-equipped to fully handle the needs of a family faced with such daily burdens. In words, photos and video, The Courant and courant.com on Sunday will provide readers with an intimate look into the world of autism from the view of a 11-year-old boy with a half-smile that can melt hearts and his tireless mother, dedicating her life to preparing her son for a future as an independent adult.
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Coming Sunday: An Intimate Look Into The World Of Autism