
Understanding Your High Functioning Teen and Tween
A Parent’s Guide to Embracing Neurodiversity and Fostering Social Skills to Help Teenagers Transition Into Adulthood Independently
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If you want your teen to transition into adulthood independently then this book is for you:
Parenting autistic children is hard, adding teenage hormones into the mix creates a whole host of challenges you probably never saw coming. I have battled with my son’s temper tantrums, his anxiety and also his struggle to value his uniqueness. Being a parent can make you feel like the loneliest person in the world, but you aren’t in this alone.
If you are in my shoes, or about to embark on the teen/tween years and you need some advice from a mom that has been there and learnt from her experiences then this book is for you.
In this book you will discover:
- What everyone must know about solving bullying problems
- 9 proven steps to help your teen transition from school into adulthood, independently
- Brutal mistakes parents make when trying to foster positive relationships
- How to become the most effective advocate for your teen in High School, right away.
- The ultimate guide to addressing the sexual curriculum
- 3 unheard ways to combat anxiety and depression
- Clear and unbiased facts about improving social skills
- Everything you wanted to know about being neurodiverse and rocking.
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- Anonymous User
- 01-29-25
Great book
Finally, a guide that really gets what it's like raising a neurodiverse teen! It tackles the tough stuff—from helping your teen deal with bullies to figuring out how much independence is just right.
What makes this different is how it doesn't just point out problems—it gives you actual strategies that work in real life. Whether you're worried about your teen's anxiety, social struggles, or their journey through high school, you'll find fresh ideas that make sense. The author doesn't sugarcoat things or promise miracle solutions. Instead, you get practical advice from someone who's walked this path, making you feel less alone in navigating your teen's path to adulthood, one step at a time.
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- Evie
- 10-25-24
Guiding Neurodiverse Growth
Maureen Wilkinson’s insights helped me embrace my teen’s unique strengths and challenges with fresh understanding and practical advice. Kelley Sullivan’s narration is both warm and clear, making each strategy feel approachable and relatable.
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- HSNPUBLISHING
- 09-17-24
Understanding Your High Functioning Teen and Tween
This audiobook is a practical and understanding guide for parents of neurodiverse teens as they face the transition to adulthood. With personal stories and practical advice, the author provides an experienced and empathetic voice. It addresses key topics like bullying, encouraging independence, and advocating in high school. The sections on anxiety and social skills offer fresh perspectives on common challenges. The author's honest approach to sexual education is constructive, offering an important resource for parents.
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- Brett Charbonneau
- 10-13-24
A Great Resource For Parents Of Teens With Autism
I have several family members who have been diagnosed with high-functioning autism, and this book has served as an amazing guide to help me with them when interacting with them. The strategies in this guide are super helpful and effective. I wish I had this book years ago to help. I like the fact that it is a workbook and is easy to use. Unfortunately, most parents don’t know what to do when their kids or even teens are diagnosed with this, and this book is a beacon of hope for them. I highly recommend this book.
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- MysticPenSaga
- 03-05-25
A Lifesaver for Parents Navigating Teenhood
I'm not a parent at the moment but this audiobook provided me with exceptional guidance on addressing the difficulties of raising a high-functioning teenager. The information about neurodiversity and social skills is actionable which has made me feel more prepared for what’s ahead. The guidance provided on developing autonomy was invaluable because it shows that the author possesses deep insight into the challenges that both teenagers and their parents experience. The audio guide offers an accessible and captivating narration which serves as an excellent tool for those who want to learn more about teen development. Highly recommend for anyone thinking ahead!
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- Chris
- 03-10-25
A Must-Have Guide for Parenting Neurodiverse Teens
This audiobook is an invaluable resource for parents navigating the unique challenges of raising a high-functioning teen. It offers practical strategies for fostering independence, improving social skills, and embracing neurodiversity with confidence.
The advice feels realistic and actionable, making it easier to support your teen’s growth without feeling overwhelmed. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, school transitions, or advocacy, this book provides thoughtful guidance and reassurance.
A must-listen for any parent looking to better understand and empower their neurodiverse teen.
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- Nathan Rants
- 09-29-24
Strategies and compassion.
The author was pragmatic in approaching the topic. No finger pointing, just a feeling of understanding the situation and distrusting best case solutions. It’s nice to see so many tools available for parents. The author includes a lot of pressures ranging from anxiety, bullying, school transitions, sexual curriculum, and others. Overall the book is about fostering positive relationships.
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- Daniel S
- 10-13-24
Excellent Guide to Your high functioning teen!
What impacted me first was understanding their childhood will be different than mine and it’s ok! It’s easy to struggle with things being different. Also, making sure you are modeling exercise and encouraging it and creating behaviors and routines with exercise to make sure it’s happening. It has not only been helpful for me but also in creating a good bond my teen! Making sure I have fun with them and foster the relationship. Another section I found helpful was understanding the school system and being patient with progress, as it can be slow with getting the right help and understanding the process. This can definitely be frustrating as a parent that wants things done as quickly as possible! I can be an advocate: let other people know my child’s diagnosis and our goals! Definitely a must listen!
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- Robyn
- 12-12-24
Empowering and Insightful!
I love this book! With great and heartfelt advice, it is clear and actionable, and the focus on teens to guide adulthood on their terms was inspiring. I even shared this with my teen son. It helped me see my tween’s behaviors in a new light, shifting my approach from frustration to understanding.
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- AV
- 02-17-25
Raise a confident, happy. teen!
An encouraging, uplifting guide on emphasizing your teen's strengths so he or she will grow into an adult who has healthy relationships. The author emphasizes fostering self-awareness and self-confidence despite the many glitches that arise, since everyone must live with their strengths and weaknesses. An inspiring audiobook that will help you to not emphasize your teen's differences!
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