Autism in the Family: Caring and Coping Together by Robert A. Naseef
How can parents provide the best support for their child with autism-and ensure that the whole family's needs are met? It's a question faced by every parent of a child on the autism spectrum, and this book answers it with keen insight, reassuring honesty, and practical guidance.
A psychologist and father of an adult son with autism, Dr. Robert Naseef has both personal and professional expertise to share with overwhelmed families. Weaving wisdom from years of clinical practice with candid first-hand insights on parenting a child from birth through adulthood, Naseef helps parents
A warm, down-to-earth, and practical guide for parents-and an enlightening read for the professionals who work with them-this book will be a valuable companion as families love and support their child with autism.
A psychologist and father of an adult son with autism, Dr. Robert Naseef has both personal and professional expertise to share with overwhelmed families. Weaving wisdom from years of clinical practice with candid first-hand insights on parenting a child from birth through adulthood, Naseef helps parents
- navigate the complex emotional journey to acceptance
- guide their child's behavior and development at every age
- maintain a strong and mutually supportive marriage
- understand the needs of siblings and provide sensitive support
- collaborate effectively with professionals
- address specific issues like meltdowns, food sensitivities, sleeping, and toileting
- manage stress
- build a strong circle of support with family and friends
A warm, down-to-earth, and practical guide for parents-and an enlightening read for the professionals who work with them-this book will be a valuable companion as families love and support their child with autism.