Judy M. Scott, Joint Base Lewis-McChord regional nurse care coordinator, speaks to parents during the developmental pediatrics workshop at Vandenberg Space Force Base, Calif., May 25, 2022. Scott talked about the programs that offer the most help to families with children that are autistic and have other special needs. Autism is neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by deficits in social communication and interaction, as well as restrictive, repetitive behaviors, interests and activities. Scott briefly shared her own personal experiences being a parent of a special needs child. (U.S. Space Force photo by Airman 1st Class Tiarra Sibley)