We Chose Play

<p><em style=background-color: rgba(249 249 249 1); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>We Chose Play</em><span style=background-color: rgba(249 249 249 1); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> chronicles one family's journey of choosing play over intensive behavioural intervention by embracing a developmental relationship-based approach following an autism diagnosis. This heartfelt narrative reveals how focusing on each child's unique individuality and prioritizing play fosters joy and meaningful progress in their development.</span></p><p></p><p><em style=background-color: rgba(249 249 249 1); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>We Chose Play</em><span style=background-color: rgba(249 249 249 1); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)> is a testament to a joyful autism journey that begins with recognizing and building on strengths even when additional supports are necessary. It inspires and provides hope for those hearing anything but that from others. By applying principles from the Developmental Individual differences Relationship-based (DIR®) model caregivers can forge deep connections with their autistic children and in the process experience profound personal growth.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(249 249 249 1); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>There's nothing quite like witnessing a child's development through their functional emotional developmental capacities (FEDCs) and realizing the power of influencing that developmental trajectory by playfully engaging with their interests. DIRFloortime® offers this invaluable gift.</span></p><p></p><p><span style=background-color: rgba(249 249 249 1); color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>DIR® DIRFloortime® and Floortime® are trademarks of ICDL Inc.</span></p><p> </p>