Beyond the Spectrum: a Guide to Parenting Adolescents with Autism

Adolescence is as much of a learning curve for teenagers as it is for parents.

Within a short period of time, you watch your child go through physical, mental, and behavioral changes-some welcomed, and others difficult to accept.

But like any other teenager, your child is figuring out who they are and trying to find their place in the world. What may look like defiant behavior could be a desperate plea for more privacy, respect, and a sense of control.

Early childhood development and learning ...