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"When Karla Akins hoped that her autistic sons could learn to read and function independently, doctors warned her that those expectations would never be met. She set out to prove that, despite those warnings, all things are possible through God. Laced with humor and compassion, A Pair of Miracles is the heartwarming story of her journey rearing adopted twin sons, each diagnosed with autism and fetal alcohol disorder. This is more than a moving...
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Parents of children with autism across the globe share stories of their experiences of life on the spectrum for those parents just beginning their journey.
A diagnosis of autism can rock a family's world. The toll it takes on everyone involved can be one of isolation; a child who doesn't respond to the world around them, a parent who gives dedication, patience and love often with no expressible love given back. It's a messy equation with huge emotional...
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Everyday parenting techniques to support kids ages 6 to 16 with Asperger's
Raising a child with Asperger's can be both exciting and challenging. This book equips you with the confidence and tools to help them better communicate, understand social cues, and adapt to changes. You'll learn how Asperger's fits into the Autism spectrum, even though it's no longer a formal diagnosis, and find evidence-based strategies you can use at home, school, and...
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"Practical and compassionate strategies to help your child with autism thrive. Get the guidance you need to meet the challenges of raising an exceptional child, Parenting a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder offers several approaches to help you effectively manage everyday situations. Cut down on stress with practical advice drawn from clinical knowledge. Whether building a personal support network, creating safe environments, or navigating your...
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I told autism in my family these vitamins and juice and muffins will help my son's brain get on the right channel it is supposed to be on. I told autism that you will not win in my family. I told autism that my son will make it. He will graduate high school and go to college. I told autism in my family my son will play sports, he will talk, and he will be on the same level as his peers. I told autism in my family I said "Bye, Felicia."
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Parenting Like a Ninja is an authentic discussion of the complexity faced by working autism moms, with clear steps to increase energy and productivity in all areas of work and life. As a mommy of a child with autism, the daily reality of food wars, tantrums, a steady variety of body fluids, erratic non-sleep, and the revolving door of therapists is just exhausting. Autism moms keep it together, but sometimes, they just want the relentless pace of...
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Are you struggling to understand your autistic child and their behaviour?
Are you looking for ideas for how to best approach some common parenting issues?
This guide hopes to help you decipher what is really going on inside your child's mind and how to address their unique needs.
How to Parent Like an Autistic is a guide for neurotypical parents of an autistic child.
Written by an autistic mom of an autistic child, with additional insight compiled...
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MY SISTER IS DIFFERENT How do you explain to the sibling of an AUTISTIC child that their sister's behavior is not their fault? How do you convey that the guilt and confusion they may feel towards their AUTISTIC sibling are in fact, OK? MY SISTER IS DIFFERENT breaks new ground by tackling this rarely discussed subject. While there are numerous books on the market focused on Autism, there are few if any about the often deeply-conflicted emotions of...
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How do you explain to the sibling of an AUTISTIC child that their brother's behavior is not their fault? How do you convey that the guilt and confusion they may feel towards their AUTISTIC sibling are in fact, OK? MY BROTHER IS DIFFERENT breaks new ground by tackling this rarely discussed subject. While there are numerous books on the market focused on Autism, there are few if any about the often deeply conflicted emotions of the sibling of an Autistic...
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Grandparents & Young Children with Autism is, written with the hopes of helping grandparents understand the educational testing process of helping young children who may have autism. The book explores some similarities and differences between grandparents and grandchildren with autism. A variety of issues related to health, stress, pets, communication and illness are, examined in relation to autism. Grandparents will gain information regarding testing...
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Do you know too well the struggles of a child on the autism spectrum who can't seem to fit into the molds of traditional society? Do you identify with the grief of parents who don't understand why their child screeches like a pterodactyl or bear-crawls through the hallways? Do you feel the frustration and sadness from parents who mourn the simplicity of going to birthday parties and out to dinner? Do you recognize this story?
Author Amanda Irtz recognizes...
14) A Joosr Guide to... The Spark by Kristine Barnett: A Mother's Story of Nurturing, Genius, and Autism
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Where could your child's abilities and interests take them if you inspire them? Jacob Barnett was diagnosed with autism at two years old, but his mother, Kristine, was determined that this would never hold him back. At first her goal was to get her son accepted into mainstream kindergarten, but it soon became apparent that Jacob had a truly exceptional gift for science and math, one which experts believe will one day see him win a Nobel Prize. The...
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Dr. Sharline Mashack, a mental health professional and parent of a child with autism, writes this heartfelt book from a unique perspective and highlights the true stories many parents are afraid to discuss with others. This inspirational book provides a collection of stories capturing the emotional rollercoaster parents endure when caring for a special needs child. Although thousands of parents share these, mixed feelings, many continue to suffer...
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Experts estimate that 1 in 3 women suffer from some form of violence from a husband, boyfriend, or relative. In too many homes around the world, the marriage bond has become bondage-shared lives have become shattered by abuse. Domestic Violence: Assault on a Woman's Worth outlines a Christian approach to help identify and stop physical and emotional abuse.
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Pourquoi j'ai de la difficulté à me faire des amis ? Pourquoi je déteste quand il y a trop de bruits autour de moi ? Pourquoi je suis souvent fatigué ? Pourquoi certaines personnes pensent que je suis sourd ou moins intelligent ?
Gabryel s'est toujours senti très différent de ses camarades... Un jour, un pédopsychiatre lui parle du trouve du spectre de l'autisme. Piqué par la curiosité, le garçon fait beaucoup de recherches pour comprendre...
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Esta obra se compone en tres partes: es libro, cuaderno y foto álbum. Es un compendio de lo que hemos vivido, estamos viviendo y van a vivir futuras generaciones. En esta lectura se podrá recordar lo más importante de la vida de la persona, sea hombre o mujer. Algunas cosas se van a recordar y otras se van a aprender, según su lugar de origen. La gran mayoría de las personas hemos ido a la escuela, hemos empezado a trabajar y todos pertenecemos...
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A remarkable memoir by a mother and her autistic daughter who'd long been unable to communicate-until a miraculous breakthrough revealed a young woman with a rich and creative interior life, a poet, who'd been trapped inside for more than two decades.
"I have been buried under years of dust and now I have so much to say." These were the first words twenty-five-year-old Emily Grodin ever wrote. Born with nonverbal autism, Emily's only means of communicating...
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Parenting isn't always what you expect it to be, and this is especially true when we have children with extra needs.
Margaret Webb is a life coach and creator of the course, Parenting the Child You Didn't Expect While You Were Expecting, that has helped hundreds of parents raising children who are differently wired.
Written for parents and caregivers with practical tools and empowering exercises, you'll learn Margaret's simple but life-changing...
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