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by Avril Hetzel (Author)
At some point, we all have to face our children growing up. For those of us with kids on the spectrum, this milestone can seem even more daunting. For some parents, even getting their kids into winter clothing can seem next to impossible, so teaching other life skills can seem overwhelming. Even the word "succeed" might be misleading. Each child with autism will have a different measure of success.
This book has been written to help parents raising a child with autism. It aims to promote a deeper understanding of the autistic experience and doesn't just label your children as disruptive or disabled. This book is a starting point for parents whose children have just been diagnosed as autistic, and where the parents want to enter into the world of an autistic mind. Even if you have already read books about autism, this book can give you further insight into autism.
This book will be a helpful guide for you by:
- Having a clear idea of what autism is and the myths surrounding autism
- Understanding the causes of autism and leaving out all the misconceptions that may torture you
- Understanding the different ways of thinking and learning that people with autism have
- Feeling free from the misconceptions of bad parenting
- Being aware of issues that you have to confront
- Being aware of the feelings parents may deal with, before and after diagnosis
- Giving some creative ideas and strategies on coping with difficulties
- Giving some guidelines to raise a child in a healthy family system
