Autism Disorder

Welcome to My Life shares the 14-year journey of a true warrior mom advocating for her nonverbal, severely autistic son, from diagnosis through his teenage years. This brutally honest and heartwarming account details the daily struggles and often lack of social understanding that families face when raising a child who relies on parental assistance for every need.

Johnny is 19. He likes music, art and going to the beach. He is also autistic - in his case that means he will probably never get a job, never have a girlfriend, never leave home. And over the last 19 years this is what his father, TV producer and comedy writer Henry Normal and his wife Angela have been trying to come to terms with. This is a book for anyone whose life has been touched by autism - it's about the hope, the despair, and the messy, honest sometimes comical day-to-day world of autism, as well as a wonderful, warm book about the unconditional, unconventional love between a father, a mother and a son.

In this collection of beautiful and raw essays, Amy S. F. Lutz writes openly about her experience - the positive and the negative - as a mother of a now 21-year-old son with severe autism. Lutz's human emotion drives through each moment and challenges commonly held ideas that define autism either as a disease or as neurodiversity.

The audiobook 32 Lessons That Create Lifelong Change in Autism Intervention is here to help you compassionately achieve optimal outcomes. Autism is a multi-faceted condition that can be challenging. It requires a multi-faceted approach to reach greater heights in autism intervention and create lasting changes for generations.

Cosa spinge papà Mimmo e suo figlio Tommaso a presentarsi tutti i giorni in gelateria, cascasse il mondo, in estate come in inverno, sotto il sole o una pioggia torrenziale? E perché Tommi è così fissato con i cartoni animati della Disney? Per scoprirlo dovrai salire a bordo di un mezzo di trasporto un po’ particolare. No, non è un’astronave, ma un capitone, capace di catapultarti avanti e indietro nel tempo, dentro la realtà degli sgusciati, in cui suoni, colori ed emozioni passano attraverso un guscio speciale, simile a quello di una tartaruga, che Tommi e tutti i ragazzi e le ragazze autistici come lui costruiscono per sentirsi protetti.

Mike had managed to achieve his childhood dream of becoming a stand-up comedian in the San Francisco comedy scene of the 1980s. He was appearing on television and rubbing shoulders with the big stars of the day. His future was bright and the last thing he needed was a woman to come along who would shake his ideas of what true happiness was. But, come along she did, daring him to achieve something even greater than fame and fortune.

Seahawks star running back Curt Warner and his wife, Ana, were prominent figures in Seattle in the early 1990s. When they dropped from the public eye after Curt’s retirement, everyone assumed it was for a simpler life. But the reality behind their seclusion was a secret they hid from even their closest friends: their twins, Austin and Christian, had been diagnosed with severe autism. What followed was a painful struggle to hold their family and their marriage together in a home filled with chaos, emotional exhaustion, and constant fear for the safety of their unpredictable but beloved boys.

Many of us know people whom society and doctors would consider personality disordered or mentally ill. We often use these labels for diagnoses and treatment. Sometimes the labels aren't accurate due to difficulties in testing for disorders and due to the differing views of the physicians and psychoanalysts. But are these people really disordered after all? Is there truly a normal personality that exists, and if it does exist - what is it?

Does your child have a friend, family member, or classmate who has autism? Would you like your child or the children in your classroom to understand more about autism? Are you looking for an engaging way to start a dialogue about autism? This book uses a simple ABC format to teach about autism. This book teaches, from a child's perspective, the typical traits that many people with autism share.

Raising a child with autism can be a challenging and often overwhelming experience for parents and caregivers. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental disorder that affects an individual's ability to communicate, interact socially, and understand the world around them. As a result, children with autism often require specialized care and support in order to reach their full potential.

Priscilla Gilman had the greatest expectations for the birth of her first child. Growing up in New York City amongst writers, artists, and actors, Gilman experienced childhood as a whirlwind of imagination, creativity, and spontaneity. As a Wordsworth scholar, she celebrated and embraced the poet's romantic view of children - and eagerly anticipated her son's birth, certain that he, too, would come - trailing clouds of glory.

Dear proactive parent: Has your child been diagnosed with ADHD? Is coping with your child’s behavior wearing you out? Are you tired of searching for answers everywhere? If you answered yes, continue reading...When you follow the advice given in this audiobook, your child’s life of ADHD turmoil will take a turn - a turn in the right direction. There is absolutely nothing holding you back from making your child’s life better by helping him reach his full potential!

It is at your work, at your home, in your products, and even in your food. Toxic substances surround us. Whether it be heavy metals or chemicals, it is bound to get into your body and cause destruction. The majority of the human population already has at least 700 different artificially made chemicals in their bodies. In this audiobook, Depression, Cancer, Autism, and the Metal in Your Mouth, we discuss how our polluted environment is impacting our health.

Receiving your child's autism diagnosis can be very stressful. Emotions run high and time is in short supply. This book was written to help you during this time. Each chapter is concise and full of information to help you start your journey as a parent of an awesome autistic child.

From the author of the viral New York Times op-ed column "To Siri with Love" comes a collection of touching, hilarious, and illuminating stories about life with a 13-year-old boy with autism that hold insights and revelations for us all.

Der New York Times-, Sunday Times- und internationale Bestseller, der uns Autismus so erklärt, wie wir ihn noch nie gesehen haben. Warum guckst du uns nicht in die Augen? Warum bist du so gern allein? Warum magst du nicht meine Hand halten? Warum rastest du aus? Dies sind nur einige der vielen Fragen, die Eltern eines autistischen Kindes umtreiben. In diesem bahnbrechenden Hörbuch finden sie Antworten.

Can You Hear Me Now? is a moving call to action based on author Pamela Furr's daily struggles and responsibilities as the mother of an autistic child and the founder of Puzzle Box Academy, a private school based in Florida dedicated to supporting children with autism. The book provides guidance, support, and advocacy for parents navigating the challenges of raising children with autism.

In this inspiring collection of true stories, author Danielle Gary shares the joys and challenges of raising a child with autism, weaving together threads of humor, heartache, and hope to create a beautiful tapestry of family life. From the moment she received her son's autism diagnosis, Danielle felt overwhelmed by the sheer volume of therapy hours, medical jargon, and conflicting advice. With candor and compassion, she shares how she navigated this complex landscape, shedding light on the joys, frustrations, and unexpected lessons that come with raising a child on the spectrum.

Autismikirjon lasten kohtaaminen mahdollistaa muutoksen. Tunnevalo on hetki, jolloin kohtaaminen tapahtuu. Neuropsykologi Satu Häkkinen avaa kirjassaan autismikirjon lasten kohtaamiseen liittyviä erityispiirteitä. Pohjalla on autismikirjon lapsen kokemus kohdatuksi tulemisesta, valon hetkestä. Kirjan tärkein ajatus liittyy kuitenkin aikuisen tunnehetken äärelle pysähtymiseen. Pysähdymme niihin kokemuksiin, ajatuksiin ja tunteisiin, joita kohtaamiset herättävät aikuisessa.

The book redefines autism through the lenses of spirituality, science, and evolution. This book is a beacon for parents of autistic children and illuminates the profound strengths and unique qualities of these remarkable individuals. Called by a higher intelligence, the author shares a personal story that began with the birth of her first autistic child in 2017. This event ignited a profound shift, opening her consciousness to realms beyond the five human senses.