Autism Disorder

Follow a mother's journey through the twists and turns of autism spectrum disorder. Planet A is a book that gives the reader a glimpse into the behaviors of a child, Jackie Christiansen, on the autism spectrum. It is real and raw dealing with issues of explosive anger, social ineptness and low maturity, all of which can cause complete confusion and low self-esteem. Parenting can be extremely exhausting and getting the outside world to understand can be challenging. Through IEPs (Individual Education Plans) within the school systems to navigating the causes of behaviors the book is laced ...

Parents of children with autism have so much to learn and to manage, it’s easy for them to feel alone and become emotionally drained. But there is a framework for making progress, whether the child is newly diagnosed or an adult. Now available in audiobook, reviewers call Responsible and Responsive Parenting in Autism: Between Now and Dreams a first-stop, must-listen for parents, family members and caregivers, one that is also eloquent and engaging.

In Chasing the Intact Mind, Lutz traces the history of the intact mind concept, explaining how it influences current policy and practice affecting those with autism.

I don't know whether this is the story of Jeff the autistic individual, Jeff the man of God, or Jeff the medical enigma; but I do know it is the story of Jeff, my son. Jeff was so autistic, and yet not autistic at all if you used the textbook definition. He had huge sensory integration issues and appeared to be living inside of himself, but he cared so much for God and other people that their needs always came above his own. He had severe speech issues, only spoke one-word answers, but wrote beautiful papers and prayers when given the Canon communicator.

Don't miss out on the chance to make mealtimes a pleasure for your family. Order The Autism-Friendly Cookbook today and embark on a culinary journey that will change your life. Say goodbye to mealtime pain and agitation, and embrace the joy of preparing and sharing delicious, health-conscious meals with your loved ones.

¿Te sientes perdido tras el diagnóstico de autismo de tu hijo? ¿No sabes cómo enfrentar los desafíos diarios mientras lo ayudas a prosperar? No estás solo, y este libro está aquí para guiarte.Tu hijo merece el mejor apoyo y tú mereces sentirte empoderado. Con orientación clara y compasiva, La Guía de Autismo para Cuidadores Empoderados te ayudará a tomar acciones prácticas para que tu hijo prospere y tu familia avance hacia un futuro más brillante.

In this groundbreaking debut, Charli Clement combines their own experiences alongside unique short profiles from individuals with chronic illness, to provide an intimate and insightful look at the complexities of living as an autistic and chronically ill person. From navigating your diagnosis and healthcare, learning how to manage pain and your own sensory needs to dealing with ableism, medical misogyny and transphobia, Clement offers practical advice and delves into the unique challenges faced by individuals living in this intersection.

Harry wants to be a voice for dads in the autism fight. From Struggle to Strength was written so other dads can learn from Harry's mistakes, work with their family to support their child on the spectrum and their successful development, see how his son Gus is thriving with the support of both parents, and ultimately understand that an empowered mindset drives lasting growth and fulfillment in the journey with autism.

This audiobook is full of tips and ideas on how to implement behavior strategies into a child or client's treatment plan that will immediately help them with autism.

In Take Authority Over Autism, Londyn’s mother, Angeletta Giles shares the story of their journey, equipping you with the natural and supernatural tools necessary for overcoming autism. Through Biblical teaching and miraculous testimonies, you will be empowered to stand in the name of Jesus against anything that hinders your child’s destiny.

Jeni Decker is five-foot nothing and one hundred and [redacted] pounds - a self-described roly-poly, forty-something, Reubenesque bon-bon of a gal, often called cute but never sexy. She has two sons with autism on opposite ends of the spectrum (Jake and Jaxson), a husband who prefers hunting to household chores, an Australian Shepherd named Sugar, and an albino frog named Humbert Humbert. This is her story - a brash, personal, and sometimes shocking memoir.

Do you need information about leaky gut syndrome, food allergies, and autoimmune diseases, specifically autism? This book will provide essential facts about leaky gut syndrome, food allergies, autoimmune diseases, and autism. It will also explain why Beta-mannan™ is a popular source of Aloe vera’s healing benefits. And it will explain the importance of iodine and other minerals. This book will provide facts about these topics. Leaky Gut Syndrome, Food Allergies, and Autoimmune Diseases: Leaky Gut Syndrome, Food Allergies and Sensitivities, Gluten, Autoimmune Diseases, and Chronic ...

As a result of vaccines and various other “modern” medical topics, autism has become more common than ever. In the Dealing with Autism series, you will learn about the “root” problem autistics deal with, how to spot it, and how to teach your loved one how to overcome it. As a high-function autistic with nearly 20 years in education, I was able to create a lesson plan, which I originally designed for myself. Due to the exceptional outcome of following my own program, people no longer believe I am autistic.

This audiobook will show you how Travis has taught himself how to read and analyze the social context behind social communication with social thinking. This has allowed him to learn a bit more about the hidden meaning behind some forms of communication and understand what others are trying to communicate with him. This is an intermediate guide to social thinking and learning how to understand and process the social context around us in the world.

Written for professionals and autistic women alike, the female profile of autism is demystified and associated subjects including sexuality, relationships, professional life and routes to diagnosis are explored including a lived-experience case study by Annyck Martin. In addition, an assessment questionnaire is provided, tailored specifically to the diagnosis of autism in women. Each question is supported by clinical commentary from Autism experts Tony Attwood, Isabelle Henault, Valentina Pasin and Bruno Wicker to help the reader interpret answers and reach informed conclusions.

If you’re raising a child with high-functioning autism, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. A Parent’s Guide to Navigating High-Functioning Autism offers the compassionate advice, practical strategies, and encouragement you need to help your child thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. Written with both heart and expertise, this guide shows you how to understand your child’s unique mind, handle communication and emotional challenges with confidence, and nurture meaningful friendships and strong self-esteem.

Asperger's syndrome is often misunderstood and rarely accepted. Many skeptics and critics dismiss or misuse the term out of hand, while parents who have a child diagnosed with such a syndrome are usually confused and unsure what to do. This guide is here to help new or experienced mothers, fathers, and other family members understand Asperger's and how to help deal with issues such as anxiety and episodes.

Parent of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often face a number of challenging obstacles, one of them being potty training their autistic child. As a mother of a nonverbal autistic child myself, this was a struggle for both me and my daughter. This book is designed to help give parents of children with ASD helpful tips and tricks to push past this challenge in a productive, helpful, and fun way.

Karen Massey is a highly specialist Speech and Language Therapist who is interested in sharing positive clinical experiences that can help others. This book focuses on the co-occurrence of Autism and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Find out how a group of children, each with both Autism and Childhood Apraxia of Speech, moved from being pre-verbal right through to speaking in sentences.

As more and more people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders live in the community, opportunities for interactions with first responders (police, fire, EMT, etc.) have increased exponentially. Training for first responders has been non-existent or not always been optimal, however, and this has unfortunately led to misunderstandings with tragic consequences, including people with ASD being shot and killed and first responders being injured. In First Responders and People Diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum: What Each Needs to Know About the Other, Dr. Bobby Newman provides the information ...