Actress and comedian Tisha Campbell is opening up about a deeply personal discovery, revealing that she has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD while releasing her new memoir, The A Word: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism and Love.
Campbell’s announcement adds a new dimension to her longstanding journey with autism awareness. Her son, Xen Martin, was diagnosed with autism as a toddler, and Campbell has spent years sharing their experiences and advocating for greater understanding.
Released September 15 through Amistad, The A Word chronicles Campbell’s journey as a mother navigating her son’s diagnosis, advocacy and the evolving understanding of autism within her family.
Campbell and Xen recently discussed the memoir and their experiences in an interview with ABC News, bringing renewed attention to their story and Campbell’s decision to share her own diagnosis publicly.
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