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

By: Audra Mills

Narrated by: Caitlyn Hemman

Length: 4 hrs and 28 mins

Publisher's 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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A Supportive Guide

"The Art of Parenting a Child with Autism and Asperger's" is for parents navigating the complex and often overwhelming journey of raising a child with autism spectrum disorder. It offers invaluable insights and strategies to help parents gracefully and resiliently navigate the ups and downs. This book has practical tips and techniques for self-care, empowering parents to prioritize their needs while providing the best possible care for their children.

POWERFUL GUIDE!!!

Each child with autism is unique, with different needs and behaviors, so what works for one child may not work for another. It involves learning about their specific challenges, strengths, and triggers to provide appropriate support and guidance. This amazing guide offers practical strategies to navigate such challenges while prioritizing mental health. It addresses common worries and feelings of guilt, providing reassurance and understanding for parents. I appreciate the emphasizes on importance of support, understanding behavior, and nurturing talents in children with autism. Highly recommended!

interesting and helpful

This audio is helpful and offers practical strategies and advice to support their autistic child's growth and success.
From understanding behaviors to improving communication and strengthening relationships, t
his book provides hope for stressed family members.
Real-life stories of individuals with autism show that there is great potential in every child.
This book helps parents gain confidence and guidance to help their child thrive and reach their goals.
I recommend this audiobook.

An insightful and comprehensive guide for parents.

This audiobook is an insightful and comprehensive guide for parents navigating the unique challenges and joys of raising a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). One of the most commendable aspects of this audiobook is its emphasis on empathy and understanding. The author encourages parents to see the world through their children’s eyes, recognizing their strengths, challenges, and individuality. By embracing a strengths-based approach, parents can cultivate a positive, nurturing environment that celebrates their child's unique abilities.

This audiobook provides practical strategies for meeting the specific needs of children with Autism and Asperger's. Each chapter offers valuable insights and actionable tips, from creating sensory-friendly environments to developing effective communication strategies.

The author illustrates the power of love, patience, and understanding through real-life stories and examples in helping autistic children thrive. Mills emphasizes the importance of self-care for parents, recognizing the emotional toll of raising a child with special needs. By prioritizing their own well-being, parents can better support their children and cultivate a positive family dynamic.

This audiobook is an invaluable resource for parents, caregivers, and professionals. With expert advice, personal anecdotes, and compassionate guidance, this book offers hope and support for families.

Essential Resource for Parents and Educators

I have worked with many neurodivergent kids but never anyone on the autism spectrum, so I was happy to discover this book to fill in that knowledge gap. The book does a terrific job of educating the listener about autism generally, the possible roots of seemingly problematic behaviors, and techniques and approaches to dealing with those behaviors specifically and the autistic child generally. Author Audra Mills has extensive experience and has undertaken extensive research, having raised a child on the spectrum. Her expertise comes through.

The book is organized into five pillars: Insights into reasons behind behaviors, approaches to unlocking the child’s potential, tactics for dealing with unpredictable actions, methods to manage stress, and advice on the finances of raising an autistic child. These pillars are not presented chronologically but are weaved into chapters on specific topics such as developing communication skills, handling repetitive behaviors, addressing sleep challenges, and the like. There are many great takeaways, but two stand out for me. First, when a child on the spectrum engages in spectrum-typical behaviors, he is trying to communicate or self-soothe. Second, autism when handled properly need not be a barrier to success: see Elon Musk, Eminem, and Tim Burton among others.

Great resource for parents of child on the spectru

This is a great resource for parents of children who are on the spectrum, This book encourages and supports parents to meet their childs' individual and unique needs. It is very well researched and provides a wealth of insight and knowledge to parents who are advocating for their children. I strongly recommend it.

Highly Recommended!

This book is well laid out. Each chapter states what it will talk about, then explains the subject and then summarizes what the chapter talked about. This book explains the traits of Autism, ways to deal with behaviors, and ways to decorate a bedroom for an autistic person. I found that very interesting even though I do not need that knowledge in my life. It talks about the ways to deal with the behaviors of people with Asperger. The book shows by talking about people that are autistic or have Asperger that anything is possible. Elon Musk, Susan Boyle, Einstein, and probably Mozart all were or are Autistic or have/had Asperger. The book has so much useful information that I could not state it all without writing a book myself. If you have a person on the spectrum in your family GET THIS BOOK!

An Insightful View into Autism & Asperger's!

I recently listened to "The Art of Parenting a Child with Autism and Asperger's," and found it enlightening. As someone eager to understand autism and Asperger's better, this audiobook provided invaluable insights and strategies. The author's compassionate approach, rooted in personal experience as a grandparent, made the content relatable and engaging. From unraveling the complexities of behavior to offering practical tips for fostering communication, each chapter felt like a stepping stone towards greater understanding and empathy. Whether you're a caregiver, educator, or simply curious about neurodiversity, I highly recommend giving this audiobook a listen—it's a powerful resource that sheds light on an important topic.

A Wealth of Information on Autism

The book accurately captures the challenges of parenting a toddler with Autism. As a mother of an autistic child, I found the author to be empathetic and reassuring. The book provides wealth of information on Autism and encourages readers to view their child's traits as strengths rather than weaknesses. One of the other things I really liked about the book is that it talks a lot about sensory needs and how to accomodate them. If you are a parent of a child with Autism, this book offers hope that things can get easier.

Practical!

Well researched and easy to follow guide. This is a great resource for parents who have children on the spectrum. The book's 5-pillar approach provides a clear framework to understand and support the child's needs better, especially in managing their aggressive behavior and discovering their talents. It also offered practical advice on communicating effectively, both verbally and non-verbally. Highly recommend!