Raising an Autistic Girl

<h4>Help your child hone her skills to achieve her goals, boost her self-esteem, and show her the power of unconditional love.<br></h4><p>There are so many myths surrounding Autism... including the myth that all Autistic people find it hard to make eye contact, establish friendships, or excel at subjects requiring linguistic skills.<br></p><p>If you have an Autistic daughter, then your own experience has already served to bust a myriad of misconceptions.<br></p><p>You know, for instance, that Autistic girls can be chatty, have a big group of friends, and have fascinating special interests ranging from animals to arts and the media.<br></p><p>For too many years, Autism in children has been viewed from a male-centered lens.<br></p><p><b>Many girls are misdiagnosed </b>with everything from BPD to multiple personality disorder-which creates great confusion for families and stops girls from receiving the right therapies early on.<br></p><p>A failure to diagnose Autistic girls can also result in forced "masking,"-which occurs when girls are forced to hide who they are just to fit in.<br></p></p><p><b>This book, written by an Autistic teacher and mom, gives parents all the resources they need </b>to spot the signs of Autism in girls so they can opt for diagnosis if they wish and make the best decisions regarding treatments.<br></p><p>It aims to help the world adapt to the child instead of the other way around. It is a celebration of the unique way that Autistic girls see and process life and the creative ways they communicate and express themselves.<br></p><p>In this book, you will discover:<br></p><ul><li><b>Exactly what Autism is, how it affects skills like language and learning, and how it can look significantly different in girls than in boys</b></li><li>The pros and cons of early diagnosis-plus concurrent conditions that many Autistic girls face</li><li><b>The reason Autistic girls have sensory issues and all the powerful techniques you can use to reduce sensory overwhelm</b>-including tips to boost vagal tone<b></b></li><li>Supporting your child's learning process-how to make learning fun and why supporting special interests is vital for her self-esteem and enjoyment</li><li>How Autism affects communication and how you can<b> create a language-rich environment</b>, plus proven speech therapy activities you can try at home</li><li>Specialized coping strategies, calming tools, and exercises to <b>boost your daughter's emotional well-being</b></li><li>How to expand your daughter's opportunities to make friends-while prioritizing her specific wants and needs (not everybody needs a large friendship group to feel connected)</li><li>How to design Autistic-friendly sensory spaces in your home</li><li>Why an accepting mindset is the most powerful tool against stigma and biases</li><li><b>A bonus chapter</b> on top professionals and current treatments that can support learning, sensory needs, and social skills</li></ul><p><em>And much more.</em><br></p><p>Even if you already have a qualified and wonderful team, this book will empower you as a parent, highlighting the misconceptions to watch out for and presenting you with the latest research on approaches that work.</p><h4>Nobody knows your child better than you. Get ready to be their strongest and most effective advocate. Scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button now.</h4>