lexia, Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism
Audra K. Jensen' son began reading when he was only two years old. She shares her experiences both the challenges and joys of raising a child with autism and hyperlexia an early and obsessive interest in the written word associated with social deficits and significant difficulty in understanding verbal language. The author stresses the ......
""I knew this guy was out of the square. He was so far out, he was in the hexagonal prism that was past the triangle next to the square.""When the author met her future husband, she was instantly charmed by his intensity, wacky conversation choices, and innate desire to create peculiar names. Seventeen years, one wedding, one baby and several ......
How to Navigate the Emotional Journey of Autism Parenting
Written by an author who is both neurodivergent and the parent of an autistic child, this guidebook supports parents and carers as they navigate their childs autism diagnosis. Tips and strategies help them find ways to look after their own mental health while supporting their child and building a plan for the future.
A personal account from the parents of Colette McCulloch, who was killed on the road after walking out of the specialist care facility for autistic adults where she was being treated. Interspersed with Colette's original writing, this book highlights the importance of understanding and supporting autistic people, and others with complex needs.
A Book for Children Who Find Themselves Frustrated by Everyday Rules
Laurie Leventhal-Belfer empathises with childrens wish to do things their way, explains clearly why their way does not work, and provides a list of practical suggestions for how to cope with these challenges and avoid feelings of frustration. This is the ideal book for children who have difficulty coping with the expectations of daily living.
Johnny is different. He is never exactly on time, he can't seem to stick to a routine and he often speaks in cryptic idioms. Johnny is neurotypical, but that's ok.A picture book with a difference, Why Johnny Doesn't Flap turns the tables on common depictions of neurological difference by drolly revealing how people who are not on the autistic ......
Kelly Harland is a voice teacher at the Cornish College of the Arts, Seattle. She is a writer and recording artist, whose voice has been featured not only on radio and television but also in backing vocals with Ray Charles and Etta James. She is the mother of Will, who has autism.
This empowering book showcases successful neurodivergent role models from the worlds of sport, art, science, music and more. Written by a stand-up comedian, with illustrated portraits, it highlights the incredible achievements of the 30 neurodivergent people you need to know and shows that their neurodivergent traits helped get them where they ......
Understanding Life Experiences from Early Childhood to Old Age
A cradle-to-grave guide to female autistic experience combining personal accounts with academic research, with chapters on childhood, education, employment, healthcare, gender identity and ageing.
