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Autism: The Eighth Colour of the Rainbow, Learn to Speak Autistic.


RJ506

2004-005450

1-84310-182-3

Autism autism (ô`tĭzəm), developmental disability resulting from a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain. It is characterized by the abnormal development of communication skills, social skills, and reasoning. ; the eighth colour of the rainbow; learn to speak autistic autistic /au·tis·tic/ (aw-tis´tik) characterized by or pertaining to autism. .

Stone, Florica.

Jessica Kingsley Pub., [c]2004

298 p.

$24.95 (pa)

When Stone was told her son is autistic, her first reaction was to seek a cure, as if he had a disease. Her next was to find a loving, gentle program offering long-range success. As soon as she and her son completed a promising program, the positive effects faded. She took matters into her own hands by creating a "shared sanctuary" for her son and herself, and meeting him in his own world with unconditional love This article is about concept of unconditional love. For other uses, see Unconditional love (disambiguation).

Unconditional love is a concept that means showing love towards someone regardless of his or her actions or beliefs.
 and complete acceptance of his autism. As a result, she and her son developed supportive, two-way communication Two-way communication is a form of transmission in which both parties involved transmit information. Common forms of two-way communication are:
  • In-person communication
  • Telephone conversations
  • Amateur, CB or FRS radio contacts
  • Computer networks . See back-channel.
. Stone describes her experiences for parents and teachers of autistic children, knowing full well that unconditional love and acceptance of all an autistic child's behaviors will take adults to their limits of endurance Endurance
See also Longevity.

Atalanta

feminine name denotes power of endurance. [Gk. Myth.: Jobes, 148]

Boston marathon

famous 26-mile race held annually for long-distance runners. [Am. Pop. Culture: Misc.
. She also knows through experience that her methods can bring long-term and positive changes.
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