Spectrum Disorder

The greatest gifts we can give a child are those that help them grow into their best self. Parents and professionals alike strive to guide youngsters in developing a sense of self-worth and functioning in line with their highest capabilities. No matter what specific challenges a child may face, success is reaching the level of independence and engagement in the world they are realistically capable of achieving.

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

Your child has been diagnosed with Autism. You are devastated, thinking you will not know how to parent them, and that they will never be able to lead a productive and fulfilling life. But don't despair! This book will help you understand Autism, and will give you valuable tips on how to raise your child in an environment conducive to their well-being, as well as that of the rest of the family. Nellie Bright is a medical expert on the subject who also has first-hand experience as the mother of an Autistic child herself. Topics covered include:How to handle meltdowns Managing sensory ...

Embark on an inspiring journey with AnnaLaura Brown in "A Spectrum of Miracles: Hope and Healing for Parents of Children with Autism." Diagnosed with autism at the age of five, AnnaLaura offers a deeply personal narrative that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals on the spectrum and their families. Inside This Book, You'll Find: Personal Stories: Experience AnnaLaura's journey from her near-death experience as an infant to her college years, providing a candid look into life on the autism spectrum. Practical Guidance: Gain insights and strategies designed to ...

In this honest and open account of life with her PDA daughter, Sasha, Steph Curtis reveals the everyday struggles and explores the milestones of raising a child diagnosed with Pathological Demand Avoidance. This book guides you through the Curtis family's 'lightbulb moment' of recognising Sasha's PDA profile following her autism diagnosis at the age of two, their experiences of various education settings and attempts to access support, everyday life at home and relationships with family and friends.

Andrew Wakefield reveals the inside story of desperate parents trying to help their autistic children, only to be labeled as abusers by social workers, medical professionals, and the courts. As the number of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders grows each year, new discoveries and controversies arise. Andrew Wakefield explores many of these in his thorough investigation of the recent trial case of the “Arizona 5,” which destroyed an Arizona family.

The author of the best-selling phenomenon The Reason I Jump returns with a unique memoir about life as a young adult with severe autism. With an introduction by David Mitchell, who translated this book with his wife, KA Yoshida, this extraordinary new work explores education, identity, family, society, and personal growth, opening a window into the mind of its nonverbal author and providing remarkable insights into autism in general.

In How to End the Autism Epidemic, Generation Rescue’s cofounder J.B. Handley offers a compelling, science-based explanation of what’s causing the autism epidemic, the lies that enable its perpetuation, and the steps we must take as parents and as a society in order to end it.

Dr. Jordan, a renowned psychologist with years of experience working with adults with HFASD, lists 28 fundamental social and relationship difficulties that people on the spectrum frequently suffer. These include interpreting nonverbal clues, comprehending nuanced emotions, forging enduring connections, and navigating the frequently perplexing realm of workplace dynamics. However, this audiobook is more than just a list of difficulties; it also provides a strong road map for conquering them.

Designed for People Just Like You: Do you often hear, “You’re so flexible! ”—but secretly struggle with chronic pain, joint stiffness, digestive issues, or even anxiety? These symptoms—and more—could be signs of Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) or Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), conditions common in people with extra flexibility but rarely diagnosed. Hypermobile and Happy is the essential guide for those with hypermobility who are ready to take control of their health naturally.

There are many books detailing experiences with autism. This series not only tells you what it's like, but it SHOWS you---from someone who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have supplied actual formal diagnosis test processes and results. Also included, are numerous photographs, examples, and journal entries that help you see what it's like from the autistic point-of-view. I've decided to combine previous separate volumes into one finished work included a never-published chapter on routines and special interests.

On the morning of November 14, 1992, Annette Herfkens, a top Dutch banker, packed her luggage for a romantic getaway with her longtime fiancé, Willem. At 6:25 that morning, Annette and Willem boarded a plane out of Ho Chi Minh City, with 23 other passengers and six crew members, excited to finally have a vacation together. Six minutes before landing, flying at speed of 300 miles per hour, the plane lost altitude and crashed along a mountain ridge in the jungle of Vietnam.

In Life Skills for Autistic Teens, two parents who’ve been on the same turbulent and challenging journey share insights and strategies to help you find hope again and regain your confidence. We have raised a beautiful child with ASD, and have turned our experiences and hard-learned lessons into a practical blueprint for independence. Through mindset changes, comprehensive systems, and practical strategies, we show how persistency and dedication can lead to life-changing results no matter your starting point.

You got the diagnosis. You knew that the other person was different or eccentric in many ways, but you didn’t know why or how. Now you know that you are living with something called obsessive compulsive personality disorder, Asperger syndrome, Asperger's disorder, autism spectrum disorder, schizoid personality disorder, or narcissistic personality disorder.

Based on the latest research in neuroscience, Self-Regulation and Mindfulness provides highly practical, kid friendly lessons to teach therapists, parents, educators, and children about their brain and body, so they can build the needed skills to self-regulate.

Misunderstood your whole life, ashamed, lost, lonely and struggling to cope? Exhausted from trying, but never quite managing, to fit in? Welcome to the Late Discovered Club, home to thousands of late discovered autistic women. Late discovery can be life-changing—a lifetime of mysteries finally making sense. But there can also be a deep accompanying sense of grief. This is a book about coming home to yourself.

Have you ever fallen in love before? In this book, award winning national speaker Kerry Magro discusses his own personal experiences as an adult on the autism spectrum and being in love. A popular image of autism today focuses on children and interventions. As these children grow up on the spectrum and become adults a romantic relationship will become a possibility for some in our community. Kerry’s first hand experience discussing “The One That Got Away” will open the reader to a new line of thinking while breaking down the barriers of ignorance between autism and love. In this book ...

Achieve a healthy mind with self-management techniques to become the best ASD caregiver you can be. Does someone in your life live with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Are your caregiving responsibilities weighing down on your mental sanity? Do you want to learn how to take care of yourself, so you can better care for others in return?

Written by a fellow Autism mom, What Now, Mama? is your no-judgment, straight-talking guide through the first year after diagnosis.

In Life Skills for Teens with Autism, you will find precise, practical, effective strategies for sharing vital life skills and making your teen aware of how life-changing they can be.