"HR leaders should recognize that a diagnosis of ASD may require greater utilization of health benefits for treatment.... [and should] ensure that benefits packages cover essential therapies like Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) -- a gold standard treatment for autism.... Telecommuting, flex hours, and part-time work options can give parents the free hand they need to be there for their children.... Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) offer a lifeline for parents ... providing much-needed support and guidance when the weight of it all feels too heavy to bear."  MORE >>