Spectrum Disorder

Tic Toc Autism Clock explains how autism may affect each of the child's senses and provides ideas for working through those sensitivity issues. The authors provide techniques parents can implement to teach the child through play, reading, language activities, social activities, and cooking. The listener will learn how to weave sensory interventions, communication strategies, behavioral techniques, and social skills into one cohesive 24/7 plan.

A touching story about a young bear's journey through autism and bullying.

Told in personal anecdotes and easy-to-follow snippets of practical advice, Be Strong, Be Tough, Be Smart lets parents know they are not alone. Alfredano doesn't promise easy answers, but his family's story shows that with fortitude and persistence, there is hope for every child with autism.

Clay Marzo has an almost preternatural gift with a surfboard. From his first moments underwater (he learned to swim at two months old) to his first ventures atop his father's surfboard as a toddler, it was obvious that Marzo's single-minded focus on all things surfing was unique. But not until late in his teens, when this surfing phenom was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, did the deeper reasons for his obsession - and his astonishing gift for surfing - become clear

Fourteen-year-old Benny Neusner wants only one thing more than a dog: for his neglectful mother to be proud of him. He hasn't given up on impressing his mother, but a dog is out of the question. His father and stepmother will never permit it. They don't understand how lonely he is. He is not a brain like the other kids in his therapeutic school, and nothing he's tried has ever worked out for him. Benny meets Bess Rutledge, a 70-year-old woman who has dreamed of winning the Westminster Dog Show all her life.

"Den blå hest" er fortaellingen om et liv med udiagnosticeret Asperger og ADHD. Om den lange og hårde kamp det er at finde sig til rette i tilvaerelsen, når omgivelserne ikke forstår, hvad der rører sig i ens sind - og man så heller ikke selv er meget klogere på det. For Susanne Longhi var opvaeksten svaer og ensom, og voksenlivet blev ligeledes praeget af et indre kaos, der taerede på kraefterne. Først da hendes diagnose endelig blev stillet, fik hun fred i sjaelen og overskud i hverdagen.

Does Autism have you down in the pits? Don't settle for a disappointing or mediocre existence. Not only can we live well in spite of Autism, but we can discover the greatest treasures in life because of Autism. This work takes a high functioning Autistic perspective and concisely walks you through the major keys to unlocking the life mysteries of sex, weight loss, politics, family life, wealth, spirituality, romantic love, and planting, seeking to ultimately empower you, Autistic or not.

There are thousands of books on autism. Some books advocate new methods of teaching styles. Some talk about alternative medications that have worked miracles. This book does not make such claims. What this book conveys is that every family who has a child with autism has to figure out a coping system that works for their child with autism and for themselves. This is our journey to that place of facilitation and happiness.

The shock, the fear, the denial that we feel when we think, for the first time, that our child might have autism, is overwhelming. What do I do now? What is the next step? Should I go private or wait on a waiting list for months? What type of support is available for my child and our family? But most daunting of all: What kind of life will my child be able to live? Follow us as we navigate through the diagnosis system in Ireland; the resources, payments, and specialists you can avail of; things that have helped with Emma’s behaviour; and more.

Jason, 2005 geboren, liebt Routinen und hasst Menschenmassen. Seinen Alltag strukturieren feste Regeln, die nicht gebrochen werden dürfen. Jason ist Asperger-Autist. Seit seinem sechsten Lebensjahr reist der hochintelligente Junge mit Vater Mirco um die Welt, um seinen Lieblingsfußballclub zu finden. Die Suche entwickelt sich für beide zum Lebensprojekt. "Wir Wochenendrebellen" erzählt humorvoll und kompromisslos von ihrer besonderen Vater-Sohn-Beziehung.

This bundle is an essential guide to understanding and living with autism, designed to help those who have autism or know someone with autism to better understand this complex condition. The bundle includes audiobooks that cover a range of topics, from the basics of autism to more advanced strategies for living a fulfilling life with autism.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one in 44 children have been identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and 17 percent of children aged three to 17 have been diagnosed with developmental disabilities. In Autism with a Side of Sushi, author Kuri Yasuno reflects on her journey as a mother of a child on the spectrum. Her relatable accounts of both circumventing situations of public ignorance and raising awareness will cause you to rejoice and laugh at the same time.

Author Angela Gachassin shares the moving chronicle of her and her son's daily experiences as they struggle to conquer his autism symptoms. Glenn was a nonverbal child diagnosed with severe autism at the tender age of two. Yet with very little help from doctors, Angela incorporated lifelong skills and strategies into his daily life, which allowed him to live with endless possibilities to soar.

Since Joel tackles what happens when the unimaginable loss of a child becomes reality. Julie Schwartz introduces listeners to her son Joel David Schwartz, who lived with Autism Spectrum Disorder and died by accidental overdose at age 25. Joel’s unique cognition created situations where he baffled yet informed; infuriated yet endeared; lost and yet won. His mother describes how Joel was a “charming nerd”, inviting us to get to know him in all his complicated detail. She asks that we maintain Joel’s memory by finding small ways to be kind and celebrating our differences.

SPD, also known as sensory processing disorder, tends to show itself within children at an early age. However, it is not always easy to understand what is wrong with the child without the proper tools, techniques, or methods. Within this audiobook, SPD will be looked at, explained, and the right activities will be given in order for parents to gain the proper understanding needed to help their child move effortlessly through childhood and into adulthood.

'Goed slapen kan iedereen, je moet alleen weten hoe. Jarenlang sliep Jelmer zeer slecht. De ene nacht kon hij urenlang niet in slaap komen, de andere werd hij wel acht keer per nacht wakker. Wat hij ook probeerde om een goede nachtrust te krijgen, niets hielp. Pas toen hij onder behandeling kwam van somnoloog Alexander van Daele lukte het hem eindelijk om zijn slaapproblemen de baas te worden. Ze besloten samen dit boek te schrijven om andere slechtslapers te helpen een betere nachtrust te krijgen.

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.

Having a child with special needs can be overwhelming. The fear of the unknown sets in. But it doesn’t have to prevail. Being prepared for the twists and turns of the ride will provide you with some leverage. This book may assist you in answering some questions. You are not alone in the journey. Even when you feel alone, there are many who’ve done this before you, there are resources to tap into, and there are a few tips and tricks to help you get through this. Don’t see this journey as a mountain, but rather an adventure filled with a love like no other.

A mother tells an insightful story about her son, Ade, growing up with autism. She shares some of Ade's struggles, how he found words again, his academic challenges, and the discovery of his latent gifts and passions, as well as hopes for his future. Through every step of this journey with Ade, the mother's love and faith became wind to his sails. Though written from a mother's perspective, each chapter of this book ends with lessons learned. These lessons are full of practical strategies and suggestions to encourage and empower us with children diagnosed with autism.

"Mit barn slog mig i panden med en sten. Mit barn kastede en taburet efter mig. En hammer. En pude. Mit barn slog mig i hovedet. Mit barn slog mig i hovedet. Mit barn slog mig. Sparkede. Slog sit hoved tilbage mod mit hoved. Mit barn ligger i mine arme og sparker mig. Mit barn." SOL er en poetisk fortælling om livet som mor til et barn med autisme. Digtet beskriver familiens liv og hverdag, den indre og ydre smerte, der nager, fordi barnet bliver ved med at slå, og den kærlighed og skønhed, der blomstrer op mellem mor og barn på trods af alle udfordringerne.