The Child Who Thinks Differently

TITLE: The Child Who Thinks Differently
SUBTITLE: A Practical Guide for Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum Ages 9 to 12

Is your child on the spectrum 9, 10, 11, or 12 years old and starting to ask the hard questions? Why they're different, what autism means, why friendships cost them so much, why the world exhausts them in ways nobody else seems to understand?

This is the fourth book in the My Child on the Spectrum series - the one for pre-adolescence, where identity is built, mental health needs more attention than ever, and parental support has to evolve.

What you'll find inside:
• The neurological changes of ages 9-12 - and what they mean for ASD
• How to talk with your child about autism at this age - step-by-step conversation guide
• Autistic burnout - what it is, how to recognize it, and how to respond before crisis
• Advanced strategies for executive function and academic performance
• Mental health: anxiety, depression, and how to detect warning signs in ASD children
• Friendships, first romantic interests, and building a positive autistic identity
• Common co-occurring conditions at this stage: ADHD, OCD, dyslexia, and more
• Your wellbeing when your child starts questioning you - and how to respond
• Mental health checklist, diagnosis conversation guide, and resource directory

Book 4 of the My Child on the Spectrum Series.