CONTENTS:Section I: Parenting Children with Autism. Chapter 1. Meltdowns. Chapter 2. Outings. Chapter 3. Childcare. Chapter 4. Doctor Visits. Chapter 5. ''Invisible'' Autism - the Unique Isolation of ''High Functioning''. Chapter 6. Parenting Your Child's Strengths (Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Chapter 7. Educational Decisions. Chapter 8. Sleeplessness. Chapter 9. Extended Family. Chapter 10. Bullying. Chapter 11. Stuck Spots. Section II: Parenting Neurotypical Siblings. Chapter 12. Asymmetrical Development. Chapter 13. ''Autism-Free'' Zones. Chapter 14. Parenting Your Child's Strengths (Neurotypical Children) Chapter 15. Fairness. Chapter 16. Message from a Grown Sibling. Positive Outcomes. Section III: Parent-Care and Long-Term Health. Chapter 17. Comparison. Chapter 18. Finding Your Parent-Strengths. Chapter 19. Parent Care. Chapter 20. What Fills your Tank? Chapter 21. ''I'm a Dad, What Can I Do?'' Chapter 22. Marriage Building. Chapter 23. For Husbands. Chapter 24. Single Parenting. Chapter 25. Laugh a Little. Appendix 1: Note to Grandparents. Appendix 2: Quiz: ''How do I Know if I'm Ready for a Coach?'' Appendix 3: Checklist for Choosing a Coach. Appendix 4: How Can I Help? [a Brief Coaching Exercise for Friends and Family. ''Autism-ese'' Glossary. Index.
