Understanding Death & Illness and What They Teach / Autism

Finally, family members and professionals have true guidance for these difficult, but necessary, conversations. Author Catherine Faherty offers detailed, concrete explanations of illness, dying, life after death, losing a pet, and numerous other issues. Her descriptions are written with such care; even caregivers will be comforted by her words. 

The Communication Forms following each short topic will engage learners and include them in the conversation, allowing them to share personal experiences, thoughts, and concerns. Wonderful chapters such as “What People May Learn When Facing Death” and “Role Models and Mentors” put death into perspective in terms of life, and encourage us all to live fully. 

Catherine covers important topics such as: 

• Illness and Injury
• Recuperating and Healing
• When Someone is Dying
• What Happens to the Person Who Dies
• Putting Pets to Sleep
• Rituals and Traditions
• What People Say and Do
• Plus many more!

Understanding Death and Illness and What They Teach about Life: An Interactive Guide for Individuals with Autism or Asperger’s and their Loved Ones

Author(s): Catherine Faherty

Winner of the Literary Work of the Year Award by the Autism Society of America!
A NAPPA Honors Winner in the 2009 National Parenting Publications Awards!
Honorable Mention in the 2008 ForeWord Book of the Year Awards!