Read the journey of an autistic boy through his teenage years through the eyes of his step-dad. See how he overcame challenges and dealt with change. "Life with Ian" provides some insight as to what worked and didn't work with him. Some of these techniques may work for some families facing the same obstacles. Enjoy the short stories that attempt to show how Ian thinks. Only he really knows.
This is a collection of short stories of life experiences I have had with Ian from age 12 through age 18, his teen years. This was my first direct experience with autism and the interesting behavior that it presents, especially when it concerns parenting. As a step-dad to Ian, I had to fill in a gap that was left wide open by his biological "Father" as Ian now calls his Dad. I am his Dad now and he will tell you that. His teenager years have been full of challenges and I am glad to have played a part in his life. I have helped him learn to eat better, behave better, and improve his life to his potential. I have written this book will hopefully help others with similar situations. Ian cannot be cured of his disabilities. What we can do is to give him a life, an independent life that he can direct on his own. Ian has made great strides over the years, mostly due to his mother's wisdom in doing early intervention. Having a great support system in place provided her with the tools needed to help Ian. Her parents, brother, oldest son, aunties, uncles, "hanai" relatives and friends, along with his teachers and professional support staff, all formed the Village that raised Ian. My part was small in the big picture. However, my viewpoint as an outsider could give others some insight as a way to try some things that may help in their particular case. What works for me may not work for you.
In summary, this is a book on Ian from his step-dad's viewpoint. It is humorous at times and sad at the same time. I hope this will inspire others to not give up. Just keep trying and experimenting to make it work for you. The road may be long and winding but as long as you are moving forward you are making progress.

Some of the subjects covered are:
Grooming
Odd behaviors
Choice of Food
Auditory Delay
Being "Stuck"
Balloons, Trains, and Fireworks
Anger Management
Staring at Girls
Puberty
Personal Space
Reverse Psychology
Social Stories
Killer Bees
Money
The Hands
The Human Alarm Clock
Taking a Bath
Clothes
Making Choices
Privacy
Giving Praise
The Schedule
Doing Chores
Washing Clothes
Doing Dishes
Talking Too Fast
The Rule is...
Regression
Voting
The Theory of the Full Bucket
Who is the Boss?
Guardianship
Father versus Dad
Being Mad at Ian
Planning for Ian to Move Out

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