Voices of Autism: The Healing Companion: Stories for Courage, Comfort and Strength (Voices Of series) - Softcover

The Healing Project

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1934184055 ISBN 13: 9781934184059

Publisher: LaChance Publishing LLC, 2008

Synopsis

A powerful response to a mysterious disorder, this compilation features dozens of writers from all walks of life speaking candidly about their experiences with autism—a disease that affects more than a half million Americans under the age of 21 at every level of society. Filled with true stories of the parents of autistic children, their caregivers, teachers, and friends, the stories presented both inspire and inform, providing a palpable sense of connection and community. A comprehensive resource section for those seeking current information about the science and treatment of autism is also included. Heartfelt and emotional, this informative volume truly affirms the strength of the human spirit.

About this title

About the Author:

The Healing Project is a not-for-profit organization founded in 2005 and dedicated to creating a community of support for those challenged with chronic and life-threatening illnesses. Their previous books are Voices of Alzheimer's, Voices of Breast Cancer, and Voices of Lung Cancer.

From School Library Journal:

Adult/High School–This is a rich collection of essays not only by those who have been diagnosed with conditions along the autism spectrum, but also by their parents, siblings, teachers, caregivers, and doctors as well. In An Aspies Guide to Everyone Else, a teen who has Aspergers syndrome attempts to explain the differences between him and those he calls neurotypicals or NTs. Another boy opens The Price of Talk with these words: My name is Michael. I am 14, and I have autism. Some say that I am nonverbal, but I can communicate.... Not being able to talk is very frustrating. My mind knows what I want to say but my lips, tongue, and breath cant make it happen. In My Special Brothers, a 13-year-old girl writes, I think it is the coolest thing to have brothers with autism. Anyone can learn a lot from them; I have. In The Reward, a parent with autistic twins says, ...I learned that until you are confronted with severely life-changing situations, you can never know the extent of your capacity to love. For teens whose lives have been touched by this baffling condition, and even for those who just want to better understand it, this book is an invaluable resource.–Pat Bangs, Fairfax County Public Library, VA
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About this edition

• Publisher: LaChance Publishing LLC
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1934184055
• ISBN 13: 9781934184059
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 300