Extreme Love—Autism: Introduction (01:49)

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Approximately 1 in 100 children have autism. Theroux will visit pupils from one of the top schools for autistic children in New Jersey.

Vieira Family (02:36)

Paula Vieira has 7-year-old autistic twins. Marcello becomes distressed when they do not go to the grocery store. Lucy ignores Theroux's questions.

Developmental Learning Center (03:15)

Marcello and Lucy Vieira attend a state school for autistic children ages 3-21. Some students, like Nicky Ingrassia, progress enough to attend mainstream schools. An expert discusses educational challenges for children with autism.

Morales-Ward Family (02:33)

Some students at the DLC, like Joey Morales-Ward, have aggressive tantrums. Theroux talks with his mother Carol about his day at school.

Aggressive Tantrum (03:21)

Joey exhibits aggressive behavior shortly after his sister arrives home from school; his mother and father have to restrain him. Theroux talks with Joey's father about his feelings for his son.

Ingrassia Family (04:54)

Nicky has a twin sister who is not autistic. Theroux speaks with their mother about his progress at DLC; Nicky becomes agitated when talking about his classmates. He shows Theroux his dictionaries and a novel.

DLC-Warren (02:55)

The school uses a strict regimen of work and break to "incentivize learning." Theroux watches Joey work with his behavior specialist; Joey has an aggressive tantrum.

Peer Perspective (03:10)

Teacher Matt Fernandez introduces Theroux to some of Nicky's peers. Theroux visits Nicky's art class and asks his classmates how they feel about Nicky going to a new school.

Vieira Family Perspective (03:13)

Marcello becomes agitated at the barber shop. Later, Theroux asks Marcello's parents about the challenges of raising autistic children.

Nicky's Transfer Postponed (02:55)

Nicky reveals what he learned about Theroux on the Internet. Nicky meets with a behavior specialist to discuss his threat of stabbing another student.

Engelhardt Family (03:08)

Josephine Engelhardt's son Brian burned down the family home when he was eight and repeatedly assaulted his mother. Josephine and Theroux pick Brian up from a group home.

Autistic Challenges (04:07)

Theroux is in charge of Brian while Josephine leaves to get more food; he attempts to entertain him with dominoes. Josephine explains why she decided to place Brian in a group home.

Family Pressures (02:27)

Brian takes medication that Josephine believes helps with impulsive behavior. Josephine and Theroux return Brian to the group home.

Developmental Progress (04:34)

Nicky prepares for his first day at a new school; he is anxious. His mother discusses Nicky's verbal progress. Theroux takes Nicky to school.

"Real World" Skills (04:51)

Theroux reflects on autism development while watching students get their picture taken. Teachers help older students learn life skills.

Defining a Family (02:12)

Paula Vieira reflects on the impact of autism on the family. Marcello sings, dances, and plays with alphabet cards.

Raising an Autistic Child (03:16)

Theroux attends church with the Morales-Ward family. Back at home, Joey convinces Theroux to draw a picture and navigates the Internet.

Behavioral Management (02:47)

Joey's mother is trying a new technique for handling his aggressive behavior. Theroux reflects on what he learned while spending time with families of autistic children.

Credits: Louis Theroux: Extreme Love—Autism (00:31)

Credits: Louis Theroux: Extreme Love—Autism