Learning About Autism One Mother S Journey Of Discovery And Love
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Learning About Autism: One Mother's Journey of Discovery and Love by Karen Ingalls Pdf
Carol Tucker travels the road of autism and cerebral palsy with her adopted son, Justin, now a young man who routinely astounds physicians with his achievements. She is a special-education teacher, recognized leader in children’s advocacy, and one of the founders of Florida’s first charter school for autism, where she served as director. Through photos and stories, bestselling author Karen Ingalls shares Carol’s journey, then offers a wealth of resources, teaching methods, school choices, and financial-assistance options. With Karen’s unique insight, Learning About Autism shows how one very determined mother and her family can rise above daunting challenges to thrive and find happiness.
Outshine: An Ovarian Cancer Memoir by Karen Ingalls Pdf
When Karen Ingalls was diagnosed with Stage IIC ovarian cancer, she realized that as a woman and a retired nurse she knew very little about this “silent killer.” Given a 50% chance to live 5 years, she made a vow to let women know about ovarian cancer and to live each moment with love. Lost in the information about drugs, side effects, and statistics, Ms. Ingalls redirected her energy to focus on the equally overwhelming blessings of life, learning to rejoice in each day, and find peace in spirituality. In this book, the reader will find a refreshing perspective of hope with the knowledge that “the beauty of the soul, the real me and the real you, outshines the effects of cancer, chemotherapy, and radiation.”
When Cecily's son was diagnosed with autism, everything she'd ever believed about love was turned upside down. In the end, she'd have truly trust God, practice real love, and do just as much learning as her beautiful little boy. Third prize winner in the 2012 Australian Christian Book of the Year awards. Revised and updated edition.
The extraordinary memoir of a mother's love, commitment and nurturing, which allowed her son, originally diagnosed with severe autism, to flourish into a universally recognized genius--and how any parent can help their child find their spark. Today, at 13, Jacob is a paid researcher in quantum physics, working on extending Einstein's theory of relativity. Diagnosed at 1 with severe autism, at 3 he was assigned to life-skills classes and his parents were told to adjust their expectations. The goal: tying his own shoes at 16. Kristine's belief in the power of hope and the dazzling possibilities that can occur when we keep our minds open and learn to fuel a child's true potential changed everything.
Silence 2 Success: a mother's journey with autism, is a personal journey into the world of Autism. My story begins with a difficult pregnancy and a heart-wrenching diagnosis to a successful, thriving young boy. This book provides insight into a mother's experience with therapy options and choices, working with the school district, finding family balance, and never accepting failure. One thing I know for sure, the decision to try multiple therapies, over time was an excellent choice, for our family. A child's needs change over time, so shouldn't the method of therapy do the same to best fit those needs?Jacob was diagnosed at 20 months old and I knew instantly that my purpose in life was to make sure he had the best opportunities for a successful life. I have learned an enormous amount of information on Autism and supporting interventions, but I also found the writing experience to be a journey of self-discovery. When I sat down to write, I was taken back to a time of intense emotions, sometimes despair, but most of all hope. We've come a long way and the future looks incredibly bright.Over the course of the last few years, working with Jacob, I have not only become a fierce advocate but also an advocate for other families with children on the spectrum in our community. I am amazed at how grateful people have been to hear our story and can only hope that this book will touch others that may be struggling with similar challenges. I am just getting started on this new journey, of sharing my story and hope that you find it compelling too.
The New York Times bestseller that is an inspiring "story of hope" (People) for parents of autistic children One morning Jenny McCarthy was having a cup of coffee when she sensed something was wrong. She ran into her two-year-old son Evan's room and found him having a seizure. Doctor after doctor misdiagnosed Evan until, after many harrowing, life-threatening episodes, one good doctor discovered that Evan is autistic. With a foreword from Dr. David Feinberg, medical director of the Resnick Neuro-psychiatric Hospital at UCLA, and an introduction by Jerry J. Kartzinel, a top pediatric autism specialist, Louder Than Words follows Jenny as she discovered an intense combination of behavioral therapy, diet, and supplements that became the key to saving Evan from autism. Her story sheds much-needed light on autism through her own heartbreak, struggle, and ultimately hopeful example of how a parent can shape a child's life and happiness.
My story is based on my experience in raising an autistic child and to also help raise autism awareness that these special children can become such a wonderful addition to our society. As autism has become such an epidemic these days, I feel my story may benefit any parent or parents who may feel so lost, confused, having chronic unhappiness, desperation, feeling guilty and so saddened by the autism diagnosis for their special child. Us parents must devote most of our time to accomplish this significant progress. Hopefully, you will find genuine happiness of what you and your child can and will have accomplished. My story will hopefully be very helpful to you and change your entire concept that autistic children can become successful, independent and productive in life, no matter what negativity is ever told to you.
Receiving a diagnosis of autism is a major crisis for parents and families, who often feel as if their world has come to an end. In this insightful narrative, a courageous and inspiring mother explains why a diagnosis of autism doesn't have to shatter a family's dreams of happiness. Senator offers the hard-won, in-the-trenches wisdom of someone who's been there and is still there today—and she demonstrates how families can find courage, contentment, and connection in the shadow of autism. In Making Peace with Autism, Susan Senator describes her own journey raising a child with a severe autism spectrum disorder, along with two other typically developing boys. Without offering a miracle treatment or cure, Senator offers valuable strategies for coping successfully with the daily struggles of life with an autistic child. Along the way she models the combination of stamina and courage, openness, and humor that has helped her family to survive—and even to thrive. Topics include: the agony of diagnosis, grieving and acceptance, finding the right school program, helping siblings with their struggles and concerns, having fun together, and keeping the marriage strong.
Around the world, the number of children being diagnosed with autism is growing at an alarming rate yet parents are largely being kept in the dark about the possible reasons for this explosion. In this thought-provoking and thoroughly researched book, Vanessa Stelling gives a deeply personal account of her journey through regressive autism - beginning in New York City and ending in rural Switzerland. Stelling shares the many important lessons she learns along the way and does not shy away from the often-painful reality of her situation. Weaving a unique blend of narrative and exposé, she covers a wide range of topics that all parents of a child with autism will invariably have to contend with. At times heart-breaking, often humorous, always compassionate and unflinchingly honest, this timely and ultimately uplifting book confronts a complex - and increasingly urgent - subject head-on. In telling her story, Stelling's mission is to inform and inspire other parents facing their own journey through autism. Within minutes of Vanessa Stelling's private joy at discovering she is pregnant with her second child, the first plane collided with the World Trade Center. That immense communal trauma augured a personal one for Stelling.Julian and I follows a determined but overwhelmed mother as she struggles to make sense of her new son's health and cognitive problems. In a compellingly honest and humorous style, Stelling gives us the highs and lows of life in a family with a severely autistic child. The oft-neglected side of autism - chronic gastrointestinal problems, colitis, persistent infections, food allergies and epilepsy - is dealt with empathetically and unflinchingly. Stelling also offers the latest in research on sensory differences and brain plasticity, and calls for a new paradigm in special needs education. Autism does not exist in a vacuum, and a significant part of Julian and I deals with the fallout of post-traumatic stress on the rest of the family - the attention his siblings couldn't enjoy, even as they struggled with their own learning differences, and the ultimate toll the situation took on a marriage. Still more heartbreaking is the "regressive" aspect of Julian's condition. Having been potty trained, he goes back to wearing diapers. Whereas he used to voice two-word sentences, Julian no longer speaks. Despite intensive early intervention, Stelling must learn that there is no therapy or strategy that will change Julian's diagnosis, just as there is no final solution to any situation in life. Challenges continue to arise and instead of striving for a goal, Stelling explains how she gradually learns to accept what is, to truly appreciate the journey, and to consistently find relief in the difficult moments.
So Far So Great! is the story of a quest for answers, first discovering Jay was autistic, then forging a path to treatment where none existed. Life has changed. The world has changed. Treatments are now readily available. But autism is rampant and still a mystery. So many of us - mothers, fathers, grandparents, siblings and loved ones continue to seek answers and hope.
THE ART OF LOVING AN AUTISTIC CHILD: EXPLORING LOVE IN THE WORLD OF SPECTRUM by Nick Chiew Pdf
The Art of Loving An Autistic Child: Exploring Love in the World of Spectrum is a heartfelt guide born from personal experience, crafted by an author who understands the challenges and joys of raising an autistic child. Filled with practical advice and heartfelt insights, this book stands as a supportive companion for parents navigating the unique journey of parenting an autistic child. Discover practical strategies designed to foster stronger connections between you and your child. From communication tips to embracing your child's individuality, these down-to-earth suggestions aim to offer genuine support for your family. More than just advice, this book embodies an understanding of the highs and lows that come with raising a child on the spectrum. It’s a comforting presence, guiding you through the challenges and victories, reminding you that others share this journey too. Beyond strategies, it’s an invitation to see differences as strengths, building a loving bond with your child based on acceptance and celebrating their uniqueness. This guide is your doorway into a supportive community of caregivers and advocates. Join this journey toward empathy and understanding, contributing to a more inclusive and compassionate world. Come, and embrace this journey with us. Let this book be your trusted companion, offering genuine insights and heartfelt wisdom drawn from real-life experiences in raising an autistic child.
This book explores the lived experience of mothers raising a child with a learning disability, through interviews with mothers of children with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Down syndrome. With frequent personal accounts from mothers themselves, Mothering Special Needs encourages other women who have children with special needs to recognize and express their own aspirations and needs for self-fulfilment. It addresses the social construction of motherhood, discussing issues such as mother-blame and society's images of the self-sacrificing mother, in the context of raising a child with a learning disability. It also looks at real-life experiences of working with professionals, giving examples of both good and bad practice. This is an invaluable book for mothers as well as for professionals working with families that include children with disabilities.
"Swan Mothers" guides parents through the experience of raising autistic, ADHD, highly-sensitive, and otherwise uniquely magnificent children. The book relays stories of real mothers parenting not-what-I-expected children, and shares fresh tools and techniques for moving from frazzled and frustrated to living a fabulous life. Before children, Natalia Erehnah laid the groundwork for what she believed would be perfect parenting. Her children, being their magnificently unique selves, taught her that perfection did not come from following formulas and philosophies, but in honoring them and herself exactly how and where they were. Swan Mothers tells Natalia's story, and the stories of other mothers on conscious parenting journeys. It is full of insights, and packed with ideas for shifting your perspective and experience of your children, your life, and yourself. You will experience many A-ha moments as you travel with us through the 7 Phases of the Hero's Journey: Commonplace life when all is well in our world. Realizing that our children are not normal. Saying "No, thank you" to special parenting. Dealing with denial, anger, and grief. Acknowledging our children as they are. Beginning research and work to make them the way they are supposed to be. The long road of therapies and treatments, focusing on curing and recovering the lost "normal" child. Physical, emotional, and financial exhaustion and collapse from parenting challenging children. Awareness that there is no normal child to recover, there is only a child to see and love. Experiencing rebirth and seeing the world in a new way.
This book is designed to encourage mothers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other special needs to never give up hope and faith as they continue to endure the life-changing experiences associated with raising a child with special needs. Whether it be through difficulties experienced at school or home, there are always lessons to be learned within every situation. It is the hope that as we grow through these lessons, we will become the firm foundations our children need to succeed in their lives. In Autism in April: A Mother’s Journey During the Tween Years, Dr. April J. Lisbon has captured the essence of what it means to be an ASD tween mother in an effort to help readers understand that there is purpose in every struggle we go through raising a child with ASD. As we embrace this journey for its highs and lows, we become better support systems for our children and other mothers raising children with ASD.
