Autism & the Rest of Us

This book is designed to support individuals living with, working with, or parenting an individual with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, or Autism Spectrum Disorder. The “Rest of Us” are part of the Autism equation too! Most books deal with the disorder itself. This one, thankfully, is written for the "The Rest of Us" or those living in the wake of autism. Honest, direct, and incredibly helpful. Autism & The Rest of Us addresses the hidden truths and challenges of life with a person "on the spectrum" and delivers thoughtful and practical solutions for coping, thriving, and finding value in your relationships. A better prepared You makes a healthier Them—the “Rest of Us” are part of the Autism equation too! This book helps you: • Find immediate mental and emotional relief • Experience validation for your feelings and concerns--you're not alone! • Better handle difficult and frustrating situations and interactions • Take steps for better dialogue, interactions, and outcomes • Cope with the additional work and effort required to create a successful relationship • Recognize the impact that inter-generational autism may have on your life • Exit crisis mode: learn to operate from a place of peace and acceptance • Know when and how to seek professional help

This book is designed to support individuals living with, working with, or parenting an individual with Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, or Autism Spectrum Disorder. The “Rest of Us” are part of the Autism equation too! Most books deal with the disorder itself. This one, thankfully, is written for the "The Rest of Us" or those living in the wake of autism. Honest, direct, and incredibly helpful. Autism & The Rest of Us addresses the hidden truths and challenges of life with a person "on the spectrum" and delivers thoughtful and practical solutions for coping, thriving, and finding value in your relationships. A better prepared You makes a healthier Them—the “Rest of Us” are part of the Autism equation too! This book helps you: • Find immediate mental and emotional relief • Experience validation for your feelings and concerns--you're not alone! • Better handle difficult and frustrating situations and interactions • Take steps for better dialogue, interactions, and outcomes • Cope with the additional work and effort required to create a successful relationship • Recognize the impact that inter-generational autism may have on your life • Exit crisis mode: learn to operate from a place of peace and acceptance • Know when and how to seek professional help

Jeanne Beard has decades of experience in the trenches with Asperger’s Syndrome and autism spectrum disorders, and the people diagnosed with them. In addition to her essential life experience creating functional, nurturing and balanced relationships with those on the spectrum, Jeanne was mentored by clinical expert Timothy Wahlberg, PhD during the writing of his clinical guide “Finding the Gray: Understanding and Thriving in the Black and White World of Autism and Asperger’s.” Through her incredible insight into the thoughts, experiences and challenges of those on the spectrum AND of the rest of us, Jeanne builds a bridge to hope and a better future for us all. Jeanne is the devoted mother of 2 sons, one diagnosed with Asperger’s, one with ADHD. A graduate of both Northwestern University and Dale Carnegie training, Jeanne is a successful Vice President of Sales for a Chicago-based printing company with a 25 year tenure.