This Month's Highlights
Finding Success on the Autism Spectrum
Success is any progress or growth achieved, no matter how big or small.
Cory Morrison
Behavior Help: My Child Swears
Here are some practical strategies for parents if their child uses swear words.
Dr. Brett J. Novick, MS, EdD, LMFT
Q&A With Dr. Temple Grandin
This month, Dr. Temple Grandin answers questions about puberty and helping teens with jobs.
Dr. Temple Grandin, PhD
When a Grandchild is Diagnosed with Autism
Learning that a grandchild has autism can bring a mix of emotions.
Valarie Whiting, PhD
How to Be a Good Friend on the Spectrum
Here are practical strategies to help your child learn friendship skills.
Carol Tatom Nentwig, BA.HSE, CHW
The Pros and Cons of Leucovorin
Who might benefit from leucovorin, and what should parents know?
Jeremy Brown
Finding the Right Communication Method for Your Nonspeaking Child
How can parents support their nonspeaking child’s self-expression through meaningful communication?
Maggie McGarvie, SLP
Success Story: Exceeding Expectations
A dad writes about his daughter’s success in many areas. Have a success story you want to share? Click here.
David Valentino
Rethinking Classroom Supports
Classroom supports must align with what a child needs, not what they want.
Leigh De Silva, MAS
The Power of Routine in Autism
Routines help offer structure, control, and predictability.
Alicia Trautwein
Ask Dr. Malcolm
Dr. Malcolm answers parents’ questions and concerns about their autistic children. You can submit your questions here.
Ronald I. Malcolm, EdD
Navigating College, Trade School, and Career Paths for Young Adults
Here are some practical strategies to prepare your child for paths after high school.
Susan M. Tatem, LPTA, CGIP
On the Shore, Watching Ben Float
One sibling describes how life with her autistic brother led to acceptance and advocacy.
Chelsea Krivoshein
What’s New on the Bookshelf?
Why Is Joe…?
A children’s book to help young readers understand their neurodivergent siblings with empathy and love.
Eman El Gamal, MD, DFAPA, DFAACAP
What’s New on the Bookshelf?
And Then There Were Four: Shaking the Family Tree Until the Diagnoses Fell Out
One late-diagnosed mother of two sons on the spectrum writes about her family’s four generations of autism.
Cyn Snow
Dear Readers,
August often reminds us to look ahead: to a new grade level, college or trade school, or a new job. As parents of a child or an adult with autism, we want those ventures to be free of challenges. We also want them to be met with success and filled with the same joy as riding a carousel, feeling the spray of the ocean, or tasting an icy popsicle, all for the first time.
This month’s theme is “Success on the Spectrum”. Society may believe that success means more money or status. Yet, as parents or grandparents of a child on the spectrum, we know true success comes when they say a word or phrase for the first time. Or when a new food is introduced that they like. Or the family can get through a vacation with minimal meltdowns.
This month, take the time to count the successes your family has experienced and celebrate them. Remind your loved one of these moments so they can reflect on their accomplishments as they forge ahead to new experiences. May you have much joy in savoring those first sweet tastes and refreshing feelings of success, whatever they may be.
Happy reading!
Sharon Longo
Editor
Autism Parenting Magazine
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