Parenting a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder: Practical Strategies to Strengthen Understanding, Communication, and Connection - Paperback

by Albert PsyD Bcba-D Rpt-S Knapp (Author)

Practical and compassionate strategies to help your child with autism spectrum disorder thrive

Get the guidance you need to meet the challenges of raising an exceptional child. Parenting a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder offers several approaches to help you effectively and respectfully manage everyday situations.

Cut down on stress with practical advice drawn from clinical knowledge. Whether building a personal support network, creating safe environments, or navigating your child's relationship with others, you'll discover a variety of ways to set your child and yourself up for success in Parenting a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Parenting a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder includes:

• Easy-to-use advice--Find out how to help your child deal with a variety of situations, including home life, family outings, and educational opportunities.
• Real-life case studies--Gain insight into the use of this book's strategies with the help of examples drawn from real-life case studies.
• Advocacy and communication tips--Learn ways to better communicate with your child as well as advocate for their unique needs.

Get a helping hand in finding the best ways to support your child with autism spectrum disorder.

Author Biography

Albert Knapp, PsyD, BCBA-D, RPT-S, is a clinical psychologist, a board-certified behavior analyst-doctoral, and a registered play therapist-supervisor at Argosy University in California. Dr. Knapp specializes in the effect of autism spectrum disorders on parental stress, anxiety, and coping. Dr. Knapp currently resides in Los Angeles, California, with the most adorable Teacup Yorkie