An eight year old boy, who happens to have Asperger’s Syndrome, has done something that few boys his age would willingly choose to do. He grew out his hair until it was long enough to be donated to an organization that helps children who have medical conditions that result in hair loss. Gavin Shelton is an eight year old boy who has Asperger’s Syndrome. It is an autism spectrum disorder, and has sometimes been referred to as “high functioning autism”. Some of the symptoms of this disorder include difficulties with understanding and appropriately using social skills. Gavin was diagnosed when … Continue reading →