Making Autism a Gift: Inspiring Children to Believe in Themselves and Lead Happy, Fulfilling Lives

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Despite new research and public awareness, autism is still viewed in a negative light. However, unlike most books on the subject that perpetuate this notion, Making Autism a Gift: Inspiring Children to Believe in Themselves and Lead Happy, Fulfilling Lives emphasizes the positive factors. This practical guide was written for those who are affected by autism and autism spectrum disorders. It provides numerous strategies and resources to help parents and teachers maximize the success of their children and students and offers hundreds of up-to-date resources. Also included is the rarely discussed topic of adult autism and what parents can hope for when they are no longer able to care for their child. Where can autistic adults live, work, or gain an education What about Medicare, trust funds, and powers of attorney This book provides all the answers.

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Dr. Cimera begins his book by showing that there is another side to the story than what parents were told even less than twenty years ago when I was first diagnosed and in some places even to this day: that there was no hope for children with autism, no matter how hard they tried. Covering various issues that autistic individuals have, from obsessions to temper tantrums, to issues autistic individuals will have as they get older, Dr. Cimera gives valuable advice to each problem. As you will see throughout every chapter, autism is not stupid or spoiled! It's a different way of being, thinking, and feeling that sometimes needs to be better understood. Fortunately, this book will help. -- James Williams, James is an eighteen-year-old homeschooled high school senior. Diagnosed with autism at the age of three, he was the benefici
An open-minded, positive approach to autism... Packed with useful information and written with warmth, compassion and humor, this book will be a godsend for parents and teachers of children with autism and autism-spectrum disorders. * Kirkus Reviews *
The increased prevalence of autism is a growing concern, and Cimera (special education, Kent State Univ.) offers hope by stressing the positive: individuals with autism can lead successful lives. The author reinforces this position by introducing the idea that an individual with autism is different from the typical person (versus disordered). He presents practical information for families and educators, covering a full range of topics relative to the diagnosis and the management of individuals with autism-spectrum disorders. This information includes defining autism, describing characteristics of autism and social communication skills, and managing behavior, self-stimulation, temper tantrums, and so on. He concludes with a discussion of adults with autism. Cimera lends a personal touch by writing in the first person, describing his experiences while working with individuals with autism. The book also serves as a review for working speech-language pathologists and as an informative, easy-to-understand resource for a broad audience. Highly recommended. * Choice Reviews *

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Robert Evert Cimera is an associate professor at Kent State University in the Department of Special Education. He has worked extensively with autistic children and their families and since being diagnosed with ADHD as a child, Robert has earned a Ph.D. and published seven books.