Autism Discussion Page on anxiety, behavior, school, and parenting strategies: A toolbox for helping children with autism feel safe, accepted, and competent

Nason, a mental health professional who treats individuals with developmental disabilities and autism spectrum disorders and runs the Autism Discussion Page on Facebook, draws on posts to the page to provide a manual for those supporting children with autism to help them feel safe, competent, and accepted. It focuses on major challenges children and families experience during their daily routine in the areas of comfort zones; stress and anxiety; challenging behavior; labels, diagnoses, and co-occurring disorders; mentoring children on the spectrum; building on strengths and interests; parenting and discipline; challenges at school; and teaching empowerment skills. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)