Providing expert yet accessible guidance to parents of young autistic people who are going to college, this book helps parents support their child from application through to graduation.

Covering social issues, independent living, academic challenges, student services and emotional wellbeing, this is the one-stop shop for advice on the transition from school to college or university. The book examines the skills that students need to live and function at college, and the skills parents need to let their teens navigate college without a parent as intermediary. It offers ways to combat common problems that affect the mental health of people on the spectrum, such as keeping up with homework, fast-paced classes, and complex social expectations.

This book is for any parent considering college as an option for their child, disability service providers in colleges and for autistic students themselves.

Successful strategies and advice for those preparing someone for and supporting them through college life

About the Author
Laurie Leventhal-Belfer is a clinical psychologist based in California who specializes in a taking a developmental approach to understanding mental health disorders. She has worked with autism for 25 years and has expertise in children, teens and young adults with Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders /Asperger's Disorder, Stress and Coping and Emotional Regulation Issues. She also works with adults married to a partner on the spectrum and parents of children and has published 2 books with JKP before. She is the founder and director of The Friends Program, a therapeutic group program for high functioning children on the Autistic Spectrum and their parents. The narratives in her upcoming book are drawn from interviews of several young adults and their parents who participated in The Friends Program when they were in elementary school.

Reviews
Laurie has been working with high functioning children and adolescents on the autism spectrum and their families for 28 years and her experience and wisdom have contributed to writing a highly recommended guide for parents. The guide will encourage the mental health and well being of the college student who has autism as well as their parents. -- Tony Attwood, Minds and Hearts Clinic, Brisbane
Dr. Leventhal-Belfer writes an indispensable guide for preparing children with autistic spectrum disorder going to college. Her years of experience and close connections with patient families lead to clear and concise recommendations for parents. Dr. Leventhal-Belfer shares a detailed and nuanced knowledge of the specific opportunities and requirements for obtaining academic and general accommodations through the university. -- Dr Michael F Haberecht, Staff Psychiatrist, Vaden Health Center, Stanford University
We were very fortunate to have Dr. Laurie provide us with the guidance on how to help our son, who was diagnosed with ASD when he was very young. Dr. Laurie was there whenever we were faced with challenges related to ASD. "The Mental Health and Well-being of College Students on the Autism Spectrum: A Guide for Parents" is an invaluable resource and must-read for parents who have a college-bound child with ASD. Dr. Laurie's knowledge of the college environment helped our son navigate through the complex process and get the help he needed to successfully graduate college. -- JoAnn Mendonca, Alumni parent of Dr. Laurie's Friends Program
This book can truly serve as a lifesaving guide to parents of individuals with ASD who are getting ready to embark on the scary journey of sending their child to college. Frank advice, from parents, individuals with ASD and therapist is provided, offering easy strategies for greatest success. -- Cheryl Klaiman Ph.D. Program Director, Diagnostic Services Marcus Autism Center



Book Information
ISBN 9781785925931
Author Laurie Leventhal-Belfer
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Weight(grams) 187g
Dimensions(mm) 214mm * 136mm * 16mm