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The Breakaway: A Parent's Guide to Transitioning the Autistic and Twice Exceptional Adolescent Into Young Adulthood
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About The Breakaway: A Parent's Guide To Transitioning
Product Description "The Breakaway" is a must have resource for any parent or provider looking for a concrete and realistic approach for guiding their neurodiverse teen into young adulthood. Inspired by the many families with whom the author has worked, the title refers to these, teens/developing young adults, as they face the challenge of taking greater initiative and responsibility for themselves. This practical and relatable guide is designed to help parents develop a plan and strategy appropriate for their specific circumstance. Through the use of real-world case studies and practical suggestions parents will learn to personalize their approach to include well-timed and purposeful nudges forward - promoting progress, not power struggles. Setting goals, creating game plans; staying engaged, but flexible; winning their Breakaway's trust and cooperation; maintaining a strong relationship even when the inevitable conflicts arise. How do you inspire your Breakaway? How high should goals be set? When should you reassess the plan? How do you provide helpful feedback? When should you intervene and when should you resist the impulse to panic? These are all things that are discussed. The book has been broken down into the major components of a winning strategy. Parents will learn to evaluate their Breakaway's Readiness For Change, the importance of setting the correct Expectations and giving good Feedback, dealing with the awkwardness of Identity Development, creating a culture of Accountability, allowing for the Resilience factor, projecting Commitment, as well as their own learning curve as parent, and the Human Experience. At the end of each chapter there are questions so the reader can apply the issues raised to gain insight into their Breakaway, and their development. By writing down answers and keeping a journal/notebook it is possible to work through and return to observations, thoughts and feelings at each stage of the process. This is essential to the creation and maintenance of an effective plan and strategy. At the end of the book there is a sample of such a journal, with an expanded case study. This added resource provides an additional point of reference, and is a great example of what another family implemented when faced with similar challenges. Review "The Breakaway is the book we have all been waiting for!!! Finally, a book that lays out relatable and realistic steps parents can follow to launch their neurodiverse young adult into the world. Bravo!" LeaAnne Paskvalich Executive Director, Autism Society of Colorado, Founder Next Steps Consulting LLC "The Breakaway is a necessary and important read for any parent of a child with autism. The steps into adulthood are often scary, anxiety provoking, and challenging for families and individuals with autism alike. Dr. Welch's book is thoughtful, engaging, and provides much-needed strategies and guidance into these new waters. Highly recommended and referenced!" Danny Combs, M.A., BCCS, CAS Founder of TACT, Autism Parent "The Breakaway is a superb parenting guide that feels like a fast friend. By honing in on a specific sub-group of neurodiverse young adults, Dr. Welch is able to take a deep-dive into the challenges and patterns that are unique to them during this stage of their lives. He has crafted something incredibly accessible and unfailingly kind, a wonderful piece of fiercely felt but gently conveyed advocacy that guides rather than pushes, practices rather than preaches, and shows parents that "the breakaway" is as much about them as it is about their new Breakaway." Hayden Mears Co-founder of Asperger Experts, founder of A Spectrum Perspective, writer, award winning film critic "For Parents, attempting to guide their autistic or twice exceptional young adult toward greater independence and autonomy has been akin to forging a path in the wilderness without a trail, landmarks, or a compass. From his wealth o
