Learning to Live with High Functioning Autism: A Parent's Guide for Professionals

by Mike Stanton

Book Overview

When his son, Matthew, was finally diagnosed with autism at 12 years old, Mike Stanton thought the diagnosis marked the end of their troubles. In fact, despite the increase in reported levels of autism, appropriate support and clear information were hard to find. Mike had to teach himself and then attempt to pass on his knowledge and understanding to those who worked with his son. But because Matthew has high functioning autism his obvious abilities...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1853029157
• ISBN13: 9781853029158
• Release Date: April 2000
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Must have for those dealing with HFA

I've never reviewed a book before, but after reading this one, I just had to. We recently received a high functioning autism diagnosis for our son and were looking for something to help us. This book was a great view into the life of a kid and family with HFA. I'm ordering several to give the the grandparents and aunts/uncles in the family so they'll have a better idea of what's going on. If you or someone you love has a HFA diagnosis, I strongly recommend starting with this book. It's an easy read and gives great insight into how someone with HFA views the world.

A help... Wow do I recognize this kid...

This book is written by a parent who has been there and done that. Advocating for our children is tough, but it is even tougher when so little is known about their needs by others. When others misunderstand why our children react the way that they do it is nice to be able to turn to some resources that educate and support us in our climb. My daughters principle for next year currently has my copy of this book. He admits that educators do not have a whole lot of knowledge base for dealing with these differently wired children. It was nice to have something to hand to him, and say here read this, then you'll have a better idea what we are facing in giving this sweet child what is needed. More awareness is needed.

A truly excellent book!

This book crams a tremendous amount of insight and information into a very 128 delightful pages! This is the book I recommend most highly for those who want to understand the dynamics of a child's autism. If you can read only one book about autism, this should be the one!As a father, Stanton is able to able to add a great deal of personal insight to his excellent treatment of the science and medine of autism. The book is readable, yet deals with the issues in a sophisticated and very sensitive manner. The chapter on "Myths and Insights" is especially recommended.

THIS BOOK IS A KEEPER

I was surprised when I first saw the size of this book. It seemed too small to cover such an important topic but I was wrong. This book is not only outstanding in its content but beautiful in its simplicity making it easy yet important reading for anyone working with an Autistic child.Mr. Stanton's beautiful and clear description of Autism offers tremendous insight into the daily lives of these children and the need for parents to be involved in the education process if our children are to reach their full potential. He also offers an understanding of how an Autistic child sees the world. Any teacher, family member or concerned friend can not help but benefit from reading this book. I will be keeping multiple copies of this book in my home library so that I can offer them as gifts to anyone who needs a greater understanding of this condition.Thank you, Mr. Stanton. This book is a keeper.