Walker Finds a Way

Most people would describe Walker Hughes as warm, enthusiastic and charismatic - even if he doesn't say very much. But after several happy years living in a group home, Walker descended into a deep unhappiness, and his parents were told that their son with low-functioning autism was 'unmanageable' and a danger to others. Where did it all go wrong?

From the author of Running with Walker, this witty and touching memoir tells a story of crisis and recovery of a young man with low-functioning autism. Battling miscommunication, misinterpreted behaviour and a lack of appropriate services, Walker and his parents' resilience shines through, providing a much-needed portrayal about what life is like for adults with low-functioning autism, and how we can understand the complex personalities of people with communication difficulties.

Vorwort
Thoughtfully and beautifully written, this sequel to Running with Walker offers an important portrayal of adult life with low-functioning autism and the associated challenges

Autorentext

Robert Hughes

Inhalt

1. Zoo-Train-Walk, December, 2013. 2. Winter, 2007: "What's Your Plan?" 3. A Brave New World. 4. The Empty Nesters. 5. Friends. 6. "I Work There". 7. Fence Me In. 8. A Very Un-Merry Birthday. 9. "People Change". 10. Agitation, Father and Son. 11. Psycho Dad Makes a Personal Appearance. 12. Our Winter of Discontent. 13. Hold On, Partner. 14. The Escape Artist. 15. Afterword. July, 2015.