Parenting Neurodiverse Children

"Parenting Neurodiverse Children: A Comprehensive Guide to Supporting Children with ADHD, Autism, and Dyslexia" is an essential resource for parents and caregivers who want to support their neurodiverse child in the best way possible. This comprehensive guide covers a wide range of topics related to neurodiverse conditions such as ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, and provides practical advice and real-world examples to help parents and caregivers make informed decisions about their child's care. This book is divided into several parts, each of which provides valuable information and guidance on various aspects of parenting a neurodiverse child. Part one focuses on understanding neurodiversity and the unique challenges that neurodiverse individuals may face. It discusses the different conditions that fall under the umbrella of neurodiversity, including ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, and provides insights into the experiences of neurodiverse individuals. Part two covers effective communication strategies that parents and caregivers can use to communicate with their neurodiverse child. It includes practical tips on how to build trust and understanding, how to communicate effectively, and how to tailor communication to a child's specific needs. Part three explores the education system and offers guidance on how to navigate it successfully for neurodiverse children. It provides an overview of different types of accommodations and modifications that may be available to neurodiverse children, and offers advice on how to work collaboratively with educators to ensure that a child's needs are being met. Part four covers therapeutic interventions and support, providing guidance on how to choose the right therapy for a child's specific needs and how to work with healthcare professionals to develop an effective treatment plan. Part five focuses on building a supportive home environment, discussing ways in which parents and caregivers can create a nurturing and supportive environment that helps neurodiverse children to thrive. It covers topics such as managing emotions, building resilience, fostering positive relationships, and promoting mental health. Part six covers the transition to adulthood and offers advice on how to prepare a neurodiverse child for independence, including post-secondary education and vocational training, and building a strong support network for adulthood. Throughout the book, there are practical tips, real-world examples, and resources to help parents and caregivers navigate the challenges of parenting a neurodiverse child. The author emphasizes the importance of love, support, and understanding, which can have a positive and lasting impact on the lives of neurodiverse individuals. In conclusion, "Parenting Neurodiverse Children" is a comprehensive guide that offers invaluable advice and guidance for parents and caregivers of neurodiverse children. With practical strategies, insights, and resources, this book empowers parents and caregivers to support their neurodiverse child and help them thrive.

It’s time to say NO to trying to fit square-peg kids into rounds holes, and YES to raising them from a place of acceptance and joy. Today millions of kids are stuck in a world that doesn’t embrace who they really are. They are the one in five “differently wired” children with ADHD, dyslexia, giftedness, autism, anxiety, or other neurodifferences, and their challenges are many. And for the parents who love them, the challenges are just as numerous, as they struggle to find the right school, the right support, the right path. But now there’s hope. Differently Wired is a revolutionary book—weaving together personal stories and a tool kit of expert advice from author Deborah Reber, it’s a how-to, a manifesto, and a reassuring companion for parents who can so often feel that they have no place to turn. At the heart of Differently Wired are 18 paradigm-shifting ideas—what the author calls “tilts,” which include how to accept and lean in to your role as a parent (#2: Get Out of Isolation and Connect). Deal with the challenges of parenting a differently wired child (#5: Parent from a Place of Possibility Instead of Fear). Support yourself (#11: Let Go of Your Impossible Expectations for Who You “Should” Be as a Parent). And seek community (#18: If It Doesn’t Exist, Create It). Taken together, it’s a lifesaving program to shift our thinking and actions in a way that not only improves the family dynamic, but also allows children to fully realize their best selves. “In this generous and urgent book, Deborah Reber lets the light in. She helps parents see that they’re not alone, and even better, delivers a positive action plan that will change lives.”—Seth Godin, author of Linchpin “Differently Wired will help parents of children who think differently to accept their child for who they are and facilitate their successful development.”—Temple Grandin, author of Thinking in Pictures and The Autistic Brain

Just because a child is gifted doesn't mean they don't have other types of neurodivergence, like ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and more. Conversely, even children with one of these diagnoses can be cognitively gifted. Raising Twice-Exceptional Children provides you with a road map to understand the complex make-up of your "gifted-plus," or twice-exceptional, child or teen. The book helps you understand your child's diagnosis, meet their social-emotional needs, build self-regulation skills and goal setting, and teach self-advocacy. It also shows you effective ways to collaborate with teachers and school staff, and it offers advice on finding strengths-based strategies that support development at home. For too long, these kids have fallen through the cracks. This book provides key information on how to best support neurodivergent children by leveraging their strengths while supporting their struggles.

An updated edition of the Sunday Times bestseller. Your Child Is Not Broken is THE book for parents who need permission to do things differently. An unapologetic, deeply moving manual for parents of neurodivergent children from Heidi Mavir, a late-identified, neurodivergent adult and parent to an autistic/ADHD teenager. This updated edition includes information on Pathological Demand Avoidance, Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, an interview with Heidi's son Theo and more. Follow Heidi's irreverent and brutally honest story of her fight to be seen, heard and supported, while swimming against a tide of parent blame, ableist stereotypes and the weight of other people’s opinions. Your Child Is Not Broken is a call to arms for parents and carers of autistic, ADHD, or otherwise neurodivergent children. It is the book that no one has dared to write but every parent needs to read. Heidi’s hilarious anecdotes and heartbreaking storytelling offer validation, comfort, reassurance and wisdom to parents who need it the most.

What if parenting were an act of social justice? In this part story-telling, part self-inquiry book, authors and therapists Jaya Ramesh and Priya Raghav situate parenting children of color with neurodivergence within the context of various interlocking systems of oppression including settler colonialism, White supremacy, ableism, and capitalism. These intersections engender isolation and loneliness. Using the voices of parents on the front lines and other experts, Parenting at the Intersections offer an invitation to parents to slow down and reflect on their own parenting journeys. When parents can be given space to listen to their own voices, to connect with their children, and find community with others, they can find the most radical ways to disrupt systems of oppression.

"Low-demand parenting requires radical acceptance. It says to the kid right in front of you, I see you, just as you are. - You are ok here. I love you right here." Parent to neurodivergent children and autistic adult, Amanda Diekman, outlines a parenting approach that finally lowers the bar for the whole family, enabling the equilibrium of the home to be restored. Low-demand parenting allows you to drop the demands and expectations that are making family life impossible and embrace the joyful freedom of living life with low demands. It can be a particularly effective approach for children with high anxiety levels including neurodivergent children. Amanda talks from experience and teaches you how to identify what the big, tiny and invisible demands are for your own child and gives you the step-by-step instructions on how to drop them. Full of practical resources and scripts that are easy to implement in busy everyday life, this book is your flashlight and your map to parenting your uniquely wired child. It will not tell you where to go, but it will help you find your way so you and your family thrive.

Eve Bent has been where you are now. She knows how it feels to work your way through the seemingly endless pre-diagnosis period, while trying to access the right financial, medical and educational support for your child. This is a journey that can feel long and immensely challenging, but Eve's here to tell you that you're not alone. Whether you are at the beginning, middle or end of your pre-diagnosis journey, this book will provide advice around how to deal with the practical challenges that come from parenting kids who are developing differently. It also an opportunity to reflect on the fun and the humour in busy family life, and learn from someone else who has done it before and made it through. From the early morning starts to the late-night bedtimes, food aversions, sensory needs and visiting new places, this dip-in/dip-out guide gives you the advice you've always needed, straight from one parent to another.

Dive into the revolutionary guide that challenges everything you thought you knew about ADHD parenting! Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and underprepared in your journey to understand and support your neurodiverse child? Look no further! "Their Brain's Not Broken" by Paige Boland is here to illuminate the path forward with compassion, insight, and practical strategies. In this groundbreaking book, Paige Boland, a passionate advocate for neurodiversity and a seasoned parent of a child with ADHD, shares her transformative journey of acceptance, understanding, and empowerment. Drawing on her own experiences, as well as the latest research and expert insights, Paige offers a fresh perspective on ADHD parenting that will leave you feeling inspired and empowered. Key Features: - Celebrate Neurodiversity: Embrace the unique strengths and gifts of neurodiverse children, reframing ADHD as a difference to be celebrated rather than a deficit to be fixed. - Practical Strategies: Discover a wealth of practical strategies, tips, and tools for navigating the challenges of ADHD parenting with grace, resilience, and compassion. - Empowerment and Resilience: Cultivate resilience, empower your child, and strengthen your family bonds as you embark on this transformative journey together. - Expert Guidance: Benefit from the author's expertise as both a parent and an advocate for neurodiversity, offering a wealth of knowledge and insights to guide you on your path. Who Will Benefit: - Parents, caregivers, and educators of neurodiverse children - Anyone seeking a deeper understanding of ADHD and neurodiversity - Individuals interested in embracing diversity and fostering inclusion in their communities About the Author: Paige Boland is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity and a seasoned parent of a child with ADHD. With a background in psychology and a deep commitment to understanding and supporting neurodiverse individuals, Paige brings a unique blend of empathy, expertise, and lived experience to her work. Through her writing, speaking engagements, and advocacy efforts, she seeks to create a world where every child feels valued, understood, and supported for who they are. Embark on a journey of understanding, acceptance, and empowerment today! Purchase "Their Brain's Not Broken" now and join the movement to celebrate neurodiversity and unlock the true potential of every child. Leave a review, share your thoughts, and spread the word to others who can benefit from this transformative guide. Together, let's rewrite the narrative surrounding ADHD and create a more inclusive and compassionate world for all.