1. Is there a typical autistic person? 2. Useful subjects to know about for a happy autistic life 3. Sensory stuff 4. Co-occurring conditions 5. Autism presentation in different groups 6. Autism myths 7. Autism no-nos 8. Strategies to help support an autistic young person 9. Autism at home 10. Autism in school 11. Autism in society 12. The future 13. Diagnosis 14. Post-diagnosis 15. Support
Description
When a parent is told their child is autistic they instantly enter a world of misinformation and bias, often propagated by big organisations who claim to want to "help". Many parents inadvertently end up following advice that causes harm. Cathy's book offers the practical insight and guiding hand to help parents of autistic children navigate in what can be a confusing landscape as they journey to understand and embrace their child's neurotype. -- Joanna Grace, author and founder of The Sensory Projects Cathy's lived experience shines through - from the conversational tone and reassurance offered to the reader; the book is an easy to use, warm and wide-ranging guide to parenting an autistic teenager. I can see that this book will help countless families, and will be relevant for years to come. -- Sarah Wild, Headteacher, Limpsfield Grange School