July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diversity, achievements, and contributions of people with disabilities. It also marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, signed into law on July 26, 1990, which protects the rights of individuals with disabilities. Among the many disabilities recognized this month is autism, which is often misunderstood, says Dr. Malia Beckwith, a specialist in autism spectrum disorders at RWJ Barnabas Children’s Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, Union County. Experts say this is especially relevant in New Jersey, which has one of the highest autism prevalence rates in the U.S. Read more at NJ.com.