Autism: Turning on the Light
A Father shares his Son’s Inspirational life’s Journey through Autism
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Preface My name is Aaron, and my diagnosis is pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). Generally PDD is readily defi ned as autism, which is a more recognizable term. Th is cognitive and receptive disorder prevents me from processing information quickly and accurately with the addition of speech and language delays and attention defi cit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I am forced to learn at a slower pace than my peers at school. Everything has to be explained to me at a slower pace so that I can make sense of it all. My dad says it’s not important when you get it, but more importantly that you get it! It’s not easy working through the severe learning and development delays that result from autism and ADHD. Th is duo made it impossible for me to learn and develop academically and interact socially. Today I have an inspiring story to share about how I overcame major speech, learning, and behavior barriers to realize my dreams to learn, have friends, play sports, and grow like any child.
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In celebration of Autism Awareness, my son Aaron Ambersley is a great example that it is possible to overcome major learning barriers, communication and social behavior challenges caused by autism. Turning on the Light is a fathers approach on how to successfully challenge autism through a relentless focus on continuous improvement. Aaron is now on track to reach his full potential. This book is a gift of hope and inspiration. It is filled with lots of real life examples, relevant information and is a must have resource for parents and caregivers raising a child diagnosed on the autism spectrum.
About the Author
Keith Ambersley is a father of a special-needs son diagnosed with pervasive developmental disorder, cognitive impairment, and attention deficit disorder. In Autism: Turning On the Light, Keith shares his experience with autism, which has developed into a remarkable father-son relationship filled with surprises, passion, rejection, hope, and personal transformation in his thinking. Keith and his family continue to work tirelessly to identify opportunities which transform autism into a gift of hope that can be exchanged with other fathers, parents and caregivers. Keith and his family live in Marietta, Georgia.