A Parent's Guide to Autism: How to Meet the Challenges and Help Your Child Thrive

By Matthew D. Lerner, Sally Ozonoff, Geraldine Dawson

How can you help your autistic child or teen thrive in a nonautistic world? This book is the perfect place to start. You need the latest knowledge about how your kid's brain is wired differently--and practical strategies to nourish their well-being. For over 20 years, this empathic resource from leading scientific experts has guided parents to understand autism spectrum disorder (ASD), obtain an accurate diagnosis, get needed school supports, problem-solve behavioral concerns, help kids navigate social interactions and friendships, and much more. The revised and updated third edition gives even more attention to building neurodiverse kids' social and emotional skills while affirming their strengths and interests and accommodating their differences. The focus is on kids and teens without significant language or cognitive disabilities. Vivid stories, checklists, tips, and resources make this book a complete toolkit for helping your child with ASD grow into a happy and healthy adult.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1462565581
• ISBN13: 9781462565580
• Release Date: February 2027
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 316 Pages