Magnificent Minds
The New Whole-Child Approach to Autism
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- £9.99
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- £9.99
Publisher Description
“For years, I searched for a book that I could recommend to parents—those just beginning to learn about autism as well as those with decades of experience. I looked for a book with all the essential information—the liquid gold—something a busy parent could get through while keeping up with the demands of life. I couldn’t find that book, so I decided to write it.”
Dr Suzanne Goh is a renowned paediatric neurologist who has spent decades working with autistic children. In this ground-breaking book, Goh combines her extensive experience with original research to give you a clear understanding of what autism is and how to create a holistic treatment roadmap for your child.
Based on Goh’s revolutionary ‘whole child approach,’ you’ll discover how to:
- Best support every aspect of your child’s health
- Get the help you need and build a strong and supportive team
- Make informed decisions based on a deep understanding of your child’s brain and body
Most importantly, Magnificent Minds will show you how to recognise and nurture your child’s innate strengths – their intelligence, abilities, and gifts – and celebrate their neurodiverse magnificence.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Pediatric neurologist Goh (Spectacular Bond) provides a sensitive primer on how parents can take a holistic approach to raising autistic children. Delving into how the brains of autistic children differ from neurotypical counterparts, Goh notes that on average, an autistic person's prefrontal cortex "has fewer connections to other brain regions," which is thought to explain "why thoughts and behaviors tend to be less flexible in autism." Her advice is based on addressing the "five key elements of the whole-child path: brain-body health, development, behavior, family, and community." For instance, her tips for "strengthening the parent-child bond" encourage parents to build trust by working to reduce overwhelming stimuli during meltdowns. Pushing back against parents who discourage their child's narrow focus on a single topic or activity, Goh contends that such "special interests" can constitute "a powerful way to build connection" and recommends creating opportunities for children to socialize with others who share their passion. Goh brings a welcome recognition of the autism spectrum's diversity, remarking that following her suggestions can look wildly different depending on a child's abilities. Anecdotes describing strategies her patients' parents have used to teach their kids new social, emotional, and language skills flesh out the advice. This is a valuable resource for parents of autistic children.
