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PBS NewsHour  Autism Now: Meet Nick, Robert MacNeil's Grandson

The first of six reports in Robert MacNeil's Autism Now series. Details

 

Program: PBS NewsHour

Episode: Autism Now: Meet Nick, Robert MacNeil's Grandson

In the first of six reports in his Autism series, former NewsHour anchor Robert MacNeil takes viewers on a visit with his 6-year-old grandson, Nick, to see how autism affects the whole family. Nick experiences autism not just as a brain-development disorder, but also as physical ailments affecting his whole body.

Duration: (15:21)
Premiere Date: 04/18/2011
Episode Expires: Never
TV Rating: E


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