Raising an Autistic Young Adult: A Parents Guide to ASD Safety, Communication, and Employment Opportunities to Empower Black and Brown Caregivers and Their Families

"Embark on a transformative journey with 'Raising an Autistic Young Adult' by journalist and mom Esther Dillard. Are you prepared for your Black or Brown autistic teen's future? Do you worry about their emotional challenges, or if they'll be ready for encounters with the police? This book delves into these anxieties, offering practical solutions. Discover expert guidance and poignant narratives, exploring crucial topics such as emotional regulation, personal hygiene, and higher education considerations. Esther Dillard, a journalist and mom of an autistic teen is uniquely attuned to the struggles faced by Black and Brown families. In this book she amplifies parental voices recounting interviews about subjects that many parents navigate alone. Uncover empowering insights from parents who have walked this path, sharing invaluable safety talks and addressing fears related to law enforcement encounters. Raising an Autistic Young Adult: A Parents' Guide to ASD Safety, Communication, and Employment Opportunities to Empower Black and Brown Caregivers and Their Families is a narrative that will help you navigate the complexities of autism with wisdom, compassion, and resilience, illuminating a path toward a brighter, more inclusive future.