Reveals how cognitive differences are the constructing pieces in understanding those with Autism. Marlo Thurman proposes that sensory and cognitive development have evolved together into a very different form of intelligence in those with ASD, and it should be viewed not as a disability but instead as a difference to be celebrated and followed.
A Common Sense Mind-Body Approach for Struggling Children and Teens
The book examines significant shifts in child-rearing, nutrition, and education over the past five decades, highlighting a concerning disconnect between physical wellness and mental health. It emphasizes society's loss of common sense regarding children's natural relationship with their environment, raising alarms about the prevalence of medications affecting cognitive and neurological development in children. The narrative calls for a reevaluation of these practices to restore balance and understanding of children's holistic well-being.