Anchoring Autism: How a Father’s Devotion Helped His Son Adapt to the World

Chasing Life

In the 1980s, Leland Vittert’s parents were told that nothing could be done about their son’s autism. But that didn’t stop them from trying. In his new memoir, anchor and reporter Vittert reveals his autism diagnosis for the first time and details how his family, especially his father, helped him achieve personal and professional success.

Producer & Medical Writer: Andrea Kane 
Showrunner: Amanda Sealy 
Senior Producer: Dan Bloom 
Technical Director: Dan Dzula

Executive Producer: Steve Lickteig

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2025-11-14 37 min

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