Once a diagnosis of autism is made, a myriad of questions arises. Why
is this happening? What can I do? How will I cope? What will the future
bring? Will I ever smile again?
A roadmap is needed, a handbook to refer to when all seems overwhelming.
The priorities are to begin the healing process and to start treatment.
The way to ensure success is to begin with the end goals in mind. It is
remarkable how things fall into place once a vision of the future is
formulated - a productive, upstanding, and most important, happy adult!
The
Autism Parent Handbook
walks parents through the steps of early intervention by demonstrating
ways to achieve the most optimal outcomes. We address the following:
Happy adults have a positive outlook, feel valued when their passions
are honored and when interest is shown in the things they love. We can
help children foster those attitudes in early childhood.
Productive adults regulate their emotions, manage their time, cope with
change, make wise choices and accept responsibility for their actions.
We illustrate how to develop these skills from the outset.
Adults perform skills independently and complete tasks necessary for
work and home life. Children should be expected to do the same and we
outline ways how to do that.
Wherever a parent is on their parenting journey, and whatever age the
child is, now is the time to look forward and plant seeds for the
future, beginning with the end in mind. Our shared goal is to honor the
glory that is in all of us, and to enhance each child's journey towards
their fullest potential. If you are now confused and overwhelmed, you
need a compassionate and optimistic guide for the early years and
beyond. Where to start? Right here.
