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The Art of Parenting a Child with Autism and Asperger's
- Meet Their Unique Needs, See the World Through Their Eyes, and Unlock Their Full Potential
- Narrated by: Caitlyn Hemman
- Length: 4 hrs and 28 mins
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Summary
It may not be an easy journey, but it’s definitely worth the fight—here’s how to help your child with autism survive and thrive in life while taking care of your mental health.
Are you stressed and overwhelmed by the struggles that come with raising a child with autism?
Are you worried about their future, wondering if they can ever become successful?
Has the thought of having a typical kid ever passed your mind because you’re so tired of handling their behavior?
Don’t feel guilty: your feelings are valid. Thousands of parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Asperger’s have the same sentiments.
In fact, raising a neurotypical child is also tough and a struggle every day. Caring for a kid with autism is a bigger challenge, and it can become worse if you don't get the right support and you're not able to provide for all your child's needs.
However, there’s also a silver lining: you get to raise the most honest people in the world. And just like any other kid, children with autism also show great potential—you just have to help them discover and nurture their talents so they can set and achieve their goals.
But before you begin, you need to understand why they behave the way they do.
Fortunately, this guide offers a simple framework with insights and strategies for you to follow and help your child thrive in life. Here’s just a fraction of what you will discover inside:
- The 5-pillar approach to raising a child with special needs
- The largely unknown reason behind the aggressive behavior in autism, and what you can do to prevent it
- How to tell people about your child’s diagnosis–find out how to set boundaries to protect your kid
- Five practical ways to identify talent in a child with autism–and what you can do to help them nurture it
- Verbal, non-verbal, and visual strategies to overcome communication barriers when interacting with an ASD child
- How to deal with their obsessive and repetitive behavior without being hard on them
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- Crystal
- 14-03-24
Empowering!
Great book that really speaks to the heart of what it's like to parent a child on the spectrum. It breaks down a 5-pillar approach that's actually manageable and makes you feel less alone in this. It gives practical advice on handling behaviors, improving communication, and even tackling challenges as a couple. Most importantly, it shows how to spot and nurture your child’s unique talents. For any parent out there feeling a bit lost or overwhelmed, this guide offers hope and actionable steps to support your child's growth and happiness. Definitely worth listening to this!
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- Lola Tumbleweed
- 12-03-24
A lifeline of practical strategies
This audiobook offers a lifeline of practical strategies and heartfelt advice for navigating the journey with a child diagnosed with autism. The information felt like a guiding light, addressing not just the clinical aspects but also the emotional landscape of fostering a nurturing environment for my child. It debunked common myths and provided evidence-based interventions, but what stood out most was the emphasis on empathy and understanding our children's boundaries—a reminder of the profound impact of our support and respect on their well-being. This audiobook felt like a conversation with a wise friend, assuring me that my child's diagnosis is a part of our journey, not a boundary to their potential. As a parent, it empowered me to advocate for my child's needs with confidence and love, making it an invaluable companion in our family's journey towards understanding and acceptance.
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- Patricia Ai
- 16-08-23
Highly Informative and Instructive Guidebook.
This audiobook gives a comprehensive overview and a detailed practical strategy for helping children with autism and Asperger's. Everything needed to be known, the key indicators, myths, differences between syndromes, shared similarities, support systems available, evidence-based interventions, and management of related stress, anxiety, and fears are only a few of the many points and strategies shared. The 5 Pillar approach with strategies for addressing the challenge is clearly stated.
This is a very handy audiobook for all parents and caregivers parenting a child with these challenges. A challenge that has recorded an increased number of cases in the last few years. If anything, this audiobook places parents and caregivers in a strong position to set up their children for success, placing them on the path to achieving their dream without limitations.
This is a highly recommended audiobook for maximum empowerment.
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- Carmen
- 31-07-23
Written with compassion
I am a mother with two ADHD kids and one who displays signs of autism so I know that raising a child who is neurodivergent can be arduous and emotionally taxing filled with unique challenges and uncertainties about their future. Many overwhelming stress and feelings of exhaustion are entirely valid, and thousands of parents in similar circumstances share these sentiments. The book immediately acknowledges the validity of parent struggles and empathizes with the enormity of the task at hand. It dismantles any sense of guilt parents may feel, reminding them that even raising a neurotypical child presents daily challenges.
As the book empowers parents with valuable insights and strategies, it shares inspiring real-life stories of famous individuals with autism who achieved their goals, serving as a testament to the potential within every child. By embracing the knowledge and wisdom in this guide, parents will be equipped to guide their children with autism through the challenging terrain of life, enabling them to excel and succeed in all their endeavors.
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- Masuma
- 24-02-24
A MIRACULOUS GUIDE!
Wow!!! This book is so good. This is actually a miraculous guide that will cover a range of important topics that we all should know, like the five pillar approach to raising a child with special needs, the reason behind aggressive behaviour in autism and also the ways to identify talent in a child with autism and what can you do to help them nurture it, the strategies provides are so useful and much much more.
The author has discussed about how to deal with their obsessive and repetitive behaviour without being hard on them.
If you are a parent of such kids, you must have to listen to this audiobook in order to gain a bunch of useful tips and strategies!!
Highly recommended!
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- Ruthie_wk
- 02-08-23
A great guide
What stood out the most for me was how the author assures parents that their kid's diagnosis is no one else's business, and they choose who to share it with. I loved the tips on how to share the diagnosis with others, and how the author assures parents that respecting the kid's boundaries is fundamental to their wellbeing. If your kid doesn't like being touched, then don't force them to greet your friend or anyone else for that matter. This was such a well constructed guide, and I loved the kind and empathetic approach the author took.
This book provides the necessary information, while leaving room for the parent to make decisions that keeps their kid protected, safe, and understood. Loved it!
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- TG
- 14-08-23
Great book to help families and outsiders.
Good book to get acquainted with the behaviors of Autistic and children with Asbergers. I know a few children with this condition and this book help me have a better understanding of what they are going through. I like the chapter on Handling Their Obsessive and Repetitive Behavior the best as this is the area where people outside of the family mostly notice.
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- Shopping man
- 23-01-24
Understanding
This book was really enlightening in understanding the behavior of children with Autism and Asperger's. I have a neighbor that has a child and now I have a more complete understanding of not only his child, but what they go through as well. This is great in helping you keep an eye on your own children’s difficulties as well. Definitely worth listening to!
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- Danielle D.
- 02-08-23
A must-have book
This book takes a 5-pillar approach to raising a child with special needs, which I found to be a very practical and effective approach. One of the things that I found particularly enlightening was the discussion of the largely unknown reason behind the aggressive behavior in autism, and what you can do to prevent it. It was great to get some concrete guidance on how to handle this issue in a positive and proactive way.
Another important topic that the book covers is how to tell people about your child's diagnosis, and how to set boundaries to protect your kid. This can be a difficult and emotional topic to navigate, so I appreciated the clear and practical advice that the book provides.
Overall, I highly recommend this book to any parent who is raising a child with autism or Asperger's. It is an invaluable resource that provides practical guidance, inspiration, and support for parents who are navigating the complex and challenging world of special needs parenting.
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- Denise
- 04-08-23
Great guide
The author did an amazing job with this guide. The 5-pillar approach is practical and effective, and the insights into understanding and preventing triggers for aggressive behavior in autism were eye-opening. The book also provides clear advice on how to navigate the emotional topic of sharing the diagnosis with others and setting boundaries to protect your child. The narrator brings warmth and empathy to the audiobook, making it a pleasure to listen to. This is a must-have resource for parents raising neurodivergent children, and I highly recommend it!
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