Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum: A Parent's Guide to the Cognitive, Social, Physical, and Transition Needs ofTeenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders

by Chantal Sicile-Kira, Temple Grandin (Foreword)

From the award-winning author of Autism Spectrum Disorders , comes Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum , a complete guide to the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical needs of preteens and teenagers with autistic disorders, ranging from the relatively mild Asperger's Syndrome to more severe ability impairment. Using clear examples, practical advice, and supportive insights, this book

Genres: Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Nonfiction, Parenting, Psychology

288 pages, Paperback

First published February 28, 2006

Reviews

[Algelis Gonzalez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chantal Sicile-Kira ,God bless her, is such an advocate for those who are in the spectrum. It's not easy whatsoever for many parents, and this book is very, very resourceful. It can be a bit outdated since this book was written in 2006, but even so, the book is filled with so much information. The only caveat is that the book can be very matter of fact, which can really be a mental drain. Reading this information does not really flow as it should be. Sometimes, she can overstate a point. If you're prone to headaches from information overload, I highly suggest reading a page or two at a time, and to be perfectly honest, this book works just as well by jumping straight to the chapters of your interest. But be warned, these chapters are heavy, only 6 chapters in a book with 239 pages worth of content. But this is not the kind of book to be scanned. For any parent whose child is on the spectrum, no matter the severity, this book is great and should be digested slowly. I strongly recommend this book, Chantal did a very great job as a loving mother who has a son on the spectrum and we're blessed to have her, as she quoted, "sheer stubbornness. " 😀

[A.B. · Rating 2 out of 5]

Outdated but okay

This is from 2004ish so it has a lot of outdated language and most of the websites/links don't work anymore. It does have some good basic information, but a lot of it I feel the need to go find more current research on. A good starting place, but this needs an update.

[Henry · Rating 1 out of 5]

I tried to read this several times. it was so "autism" mom. it was terrible and offensive in several ways. it was written by a NT mothers of an autistic young man. in some ways I can see her information would be valuable to some folks. but it was really all about the parents, they are always the main character with "autism" moms. sigh. I had high hopes but really it was offensive in many ways. so much sexism. "he is a boy after all" kind of stuff. yuck. and she kept talking about how most ASD people are male even though the statistics on that are shifting and the book isn't that old. sigh. it's completely about "caged" children, completely through the lens of school and mainstream parenting. if only I had better executive function is write about children that aren't forced and coerced constantly. it sounds like mainstream doctors give terrible parenting advice that do not serve ASD children.

[Dave · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting review of the difficulties faced by parents and teens/adults on the spectrum with a message helping encourage people to keep on keeping on as Alan Bennett says. Much is foreign to UK perspective ( the US A seems to have it much harder, but then everything seems to be around being wealthy enough to afford help from the authors experience). But there are it's that are relevant to Britain or universal experiences. However there's
lots of useful stuff to think over and a well conveyed sense of hopefulness is a useful reminder and spur to appreciate the child you have, rather than focus on what you could believe was denied you, which is the killer of hope and joy.

[Amy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was definitely disappointed by this book. I had hoped that it would help me through my son's dive into puberty, but it really did not offer anything that I didn't already know. It did have an extensive bibliography and I'm hoping that one of those books may be more helpful.

[Cassie · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was very interesting and easy to read, if you are a parent looking for the basics. If you already know the basics (what autism is, how it’s manifest, basic needs of children and adolescents) than this book might be a little bland. I’m glad I read it, but I wish I had read something else.

[Ben Eiynk · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent starting point for a parent of a kid starting middle school.

[Scott · Rating 3 out of 5]

too general,

[Heather Condiff · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was one of the most informative and helpful books I have read in a VERY long time. So much explains to a *T* my daughter's struggles and thought process! What a wonderful book!

[Misty · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was helpful but not very.

[Carrie Dalby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great information and reminders.