TY  - BOOK
AU  - Krumins,Jennifer
TI  - Autism & the grandparent connection: Practical ways to understand and help your grandchild with autism spectrum disorder 
SN  - 9780969582632
PY  - 2010///
CY  - Canada
PB  - Autism ASpirations
KW  - Resources for grandparents and extended family members
KW  - Communication
KW  - Behavioural challenges
KW  - Mental health
KW  - Understanding autism
KW  - Family life
N2  - "It takes a village to raise a child with autism. The role of grandparents cannot be overstated. As a grandparent, your ability to embrace your grandchild and support his or her parents is perhaps the essential gift you can offer your family. For parents facing the challenges of raising a child with autism, the burden is emotional, physical, financial and social. Parents need family to help them with the responsibility. Grandparents have the power to make life more manageable for your children and your grandchild. Filled with practical information, this book will undoubtedly give you the tools you need to provide stability, support and strength to your grandchild with autism. You will be empowered to be the best you can be. Answering important questions: What is Autism and how does it affect my grandchild? What role should I play? How can I help without interfering? How can I cope with meltdowns? What treatments are available?"
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