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Loading... The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders (And Their Parents) (edition 2012)by Elizabeth Verdick, Elizabeth Reeve M.D.
Work InformationThe Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders (And Their Parents) by Elizabeth Verdick
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Sign up for LibraryThing to find out whether you'll like this book. No current Talk conversations about this book. This is a book written in an appealing easy-to-digest format intended for children to read in tandem with their caring adult(s), it covers topics for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and explains in a format that's accessible and structured for various reading levels. For instance, color-coded chapters make sections easy to navigate to and the topics are structured by function such as Home, School, Community, Body and Brain Basics, and an introductions specifically targeted for both kids and their adults, as well as a section in the back for sharing the diagnosis with your child for parents. One of the authors, Dr. Elizabeth Reeve, is a child and adolescent psychiatrist with a child (now an adult) on the ASD spectrum and Elizabeth Verdick also writes from the perspective of having her own child on the ASD spectrum. The both note that this is the book they wish they had while raising their children and learning to advocate with and for them to help them not just survive but to thrive in life. I feel it will be a great reference book for families to read together. ( ) A very readable book for a young person to understand more about autism following diagnosis. Could be read by an older child alone, or with a parent, the book deals with the basics of autism, social skills, communication skills, toileting, relaxation and more. A recommended guide for all the family. As a parent of a special needs child I am always looking for resources that can help my family. Much to my surprise I stumbled onto this book at my local library and was very pleased. This book is an excellent resource for any parent that has a child on the autism spectrum. What makes this book so special is that it is both for parents and children. I have never come across a book that has been set up quite like this before, so this was something new for me. I was impressed with the examples that were provided throughout the book for the reader to follow. I thought the authors did an excellent job and can tell they did a lot of research when writing this book! I have to recommend this book hands down and I honestly feel that the best way to give a review is too just ask you to read it. There is too much valuable information in this book to pass on and as a parent I need all the help I can get. I feel it would be tragedy to miss out on such recent material. I have to give a shout out to the authors for doing an excellent job on such an important subject. no reviews | add a review
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"This positive, straightforward book offers kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day. Some children with ASDs are gifted; others struggle academically. Some are more introverted, while others try to be social. Some get "stuck" on things, have limited interests, or experience repeated motor movements like flapping or pacing ("stims"). The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders covers all of these areas, with an emphasis on helping children gain new self-understanding and self-acceptance. Meant to be read with a parent, the book addresses questions ("What's an ASD?" "Why me?") and provides strategies for communicating, making and keeping friends, and succeeding in school. Body and brain basics highlight symptom management, exercise, diet, hygiene, relaxation, sleep, and toileting. Emphasis is placed on helping kids handle intense emotions and behaviors and get support from family and their team of helpers when needed. The book includes stories from real kids, fact boxes, helpful checklists, resources, and a glossary. Sections for parents offer more detailed information"-- No library descriptions found. |
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