Meltdown: Asperger's Disorder Challenging Behavior and a Family's Journey Toward Hope

For parents educators pediatricians and mental health professionals. Based on dozens of intensive interviews with parents clinical psychologists teachers and more Meltdown is the fictional story of Benjamin a boy diagnosed with Aspergers disorder and additional challenging behavior. From the time Benjamin is a toddler his parents know he is different: he doesnt play with his sister refuses to make eye contact and doesnt seem to understand how to communicate with others. And his tantrums are not like normal tantrums; theyre violent meltdowns that will eventually make regular schooling--and day-to-day life--impossible. From first clues to diagnosis navigating the special education system to securing expert help Benjamins parents must become his greatest advocates. Together they learn that the journey toward hope isnt simple--but with the right tools and teammates its possible. This book is part of the ORP Library of disabilities books. www.orplibrary.com