The Almanac published a guest opinion column calling for greater public funding and support for music therapy programs serving autistic children.
The author argues that music therapy offers documented benefits for autistic young people and questions why financial backing has not followed. The piece is structured as an advocacy appeal, pressing for resources rather than reporting on a specific program or budget decision.
As a guest submission, the column reflects the writer’s position and is not a news account. It contributes a community voice to discussions about disability services and education funding.
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Guest opinion: We know music therapy works for autistic kids. Why aren’t we funding it?