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Sincerely, Your Autistic Child

Sincerely, Your Autistic Child is a rare and diverse collection of autistic voices that highlights the unique needs of girls and nonbinary people growing up with autism.

Most resources for parents come from the medical model of disability, offering a narrow and technical approach to autism. It is widely believed that many autistic girls and women are underdiagnosed, limiting the information available regarding the unique needs of girls and nonbinary people with autism.

Sincerely, Your Autistic Child represents an authentic resource for parents and others who care about autism, written by those who understand this experience most: autistic people themselves. From childhood and education to culture, gender identity, and sexuality, this anthology tackles the everyday challenges of growing up while honestly addressing the emotional needs, sensitivity, and vibrancy of the autistic community, with a special focus on autistic girls and nonbinary people.

Written like letters to parents, the contributors reflect on what they have learned while growing up with autism and how parents can avoid common mistakes and overcome challenges while raising their child.

This book calls parents to action by raising awareness and redefining "normal" in order to help parents make their child feel truly accepted, valued, and celebrated for who they are.

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