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9781433830150

Autism and Your Teen Tips and Strategies for the Journey to Adulthood

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  • ISBN13:

    9781433830150

  • ISBN10:

    1433830159

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2018-12-11
  • Publisher: APA LifeTools

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Summary

This book offers supportive advice for parents and caregivers of older children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as they navigate the path from the tween years to young adulthood.

If you have a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), your journey together through the teenage years to adulthood may be complicated‑‑not to mention confusing, rewarding, and financially challenging. This book offers scientifically validated guidance to help you raise your tween, teen, or young adult on the autism spectrum. It contains supportive advice for finding good medical and psychiatric care, helping your teen learn executive functioning and social skills to navigate middle and high school, and talking to your teen about sexual development and sexual activity. You will also find helpful resources for college and transition programs, as well as ideas for taking care of yourself as you embark on this stage of your parenting adventure.

Author Biography

Blythe Grossberg, PsyD, is a learning specialist who works with children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum to help them function more effectively in school and achieve their potential. She is the author of Asperger’s Rules, Asperger’s Teens (winner of a Gold Medal from the Mom’s Choice Awards), and Asperger’s and Adulthood.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1. Seven Messages for Parents of Teens and Young Adults on the Spectrum
Chapter 2. What It Looks Like When Autism and Adolescence Intersect
Chapter 3. Navigating the “Hidden Curriculum” in Middle and High School
Chapter 4. Handling the Social Aspects of Adolescence on the Spectrum
Chapter 5. Finding Health Care for Your Teen or Young Adult
Chapter 6. Coaching Your Child About Sex, Safety, and Self-Care
Chapter 7. Adulthood and Beyond
Chapter 8. Self-Care for Parents
Appendix: Parent Resources
About the Author

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