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This is a book of dedication and wholehearted commitment; a mother's singleminded devotion to an autistic son --Daily Mail
"No Matter What" has been chosen as a sensational book to receive the prestigious Gold Award for literary excellence --World Book Awards 2010
"No Matter What" has been chosen as a sensational book to receive the prestigious Gold Award for literary excellence --World Book Awards 2010
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I am a mother of a thirteen year old Autistic boy. My child Steven, was diagnosed as being severely Autistic with a severe receptive language disorder at two and a half years of age.
My book outlines the experience that has been gained from my son Steven. The book has been written to assist and offer support to other parents and families of children with Autism so that they too will benefit form what I have learnt.
The book covers the diagnostic process, concerns of parents, coping strategies, teaching methods, behaviour strategies, research being carried out on the subject, recognizing educational needs, my child's developmental history and how I learnt about Autism. It also talks of finding an appropriate educational environment and offers practical guidance in this area. It offers guidance in teaching body awareness, developing life skills, building an understanding of the environment and everyday situations.
I gave up my career as an Interior Designer to devote my time to Steven and used my creative skills to produce materials to further encourage his learning. I would like to share my book so that it could act as a practical guide for those caring for Autistic children.
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Sandy was born in Colombo, Sri Lanka to Buddhist parents who were both involved in a family owned furniture business. She was the younger twin of a family of four children and attended an all girls school. The family consisted of the two boys being the older and the two girls being the younger. Sandy had a privileged lifestyle where she was completely isolated from any of life's hardships. Sandy is a descendent of the Anagarika Dharmapala who dedicated his life to spreading Buddhism throughout the world. She was a competitive swimmer and an artist and enjoyed every aspect of growing up in a tropical land.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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I read this book in no time. Once I bought it, quite simply, I couldn't put it down! Sandy Howarth is an amazing woman and chosen to share her journey with us for the benefit of others. It is a very personal story outlining the joy, love, fear, hopes, worries and many other emotions, of having a child with autism. Thank you Sandy for sharing this with us, it is a brilliant read. Steven is very lucky to have you as a mother.
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"I enjoyed learning whole subject of Autism and experiences of living with an autistic child. Sandy's personal journey and stories added an in-depth understanding into all the issues related to the subject. Great read!!"
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Loads of insights on the medical aspects of autism and on how to help an autistic child develop to their full potential. For me, the highlight is the section describing Sandy's own experiences with her son Steven - the traumas, the hopes, the frustrations the love and the fun. If you are interested in autism - whether as somebody with a friend or relative with autism, or if you are involved in a professional capacity with autism - then this book will help you to understand all aspects of the condition and its effects on the family.
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I bought this book for my husband and we both found it a brilliant, comprehensive book.
"No Matter What" demystifies Autism from first diagnosis onwards in a work that... Read more
"No Matter What" demystifies Autism from first diagnosis onwards in a work that... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mars
A VIVID ACCOUNT OF A JOURNEY THROUGH AUTISM
"No Matter What by Sandy Howarth gives a vivid account of the journey a mother makes from the time when she recognises her child is different from others of the same age, through... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Autism interest
Inspiring Book
Fresh energetic insight into Autism "NO MATTER WHAT is an inspiring book that offers a fresh, energetic insight to Autism. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Fascinated
Autism survival guide
Reading Sandy Howarth's book No Matter What really highlighted the need for research into Autism and help and support for those whose children are diagnosed with Autism. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Reader
No Matter what
What a fantastic read..... As a parent of a child with autism I found this book to be full of helpful information and made me feel that I wasn't alone in the vast world of Autism. Read more
Published on 19 April 2010 by Jackie Mitchell
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I have just finished reading "No Matter What". I could not stop reading it - it was truly absorbing reading. What an amazing lady Sandy Howarth is. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2010 by Riding
An inspirational book.
No Matter What: AutismThis book is full of advice and helpful information for parents seeking to enrich their Autistic child's life.An uplifting,inspirational book. Read more
Published on 17 Jun 2009 by Margaret-london
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