Does anyone know any good books or websites that give strategies for helping better communication between HFA and their parents. There seem to be a lot of books that describe difficult behaviour but not necessariy ways to change it.
For instance, I should like my young adult son to be responsible for being well hydrated. At the moment, I ask him several times a day how many drinks he has had which I think comes across as badgering. Also, he lets all his old tea mugs pile up in his bedroom and I would like him to be more consistant in bringing them to the kitchen. Should we create time-tables, lists, agreements? Should I make a statement like: I've noticed there are lots of mugs in your room which need to be returned by 5pm. or would a firm question: what time will the mugs be returned by?
I'm sure there must be a great guide out there somewhere, it's just a matter of finding it. When I had twins I found books by Gina Ford useful. She had a really practical but caring approach to child care and I am looking for something simlilar for dealing High Functioning Autism.
thanks
