Suggested Interview Questions

CONTACT: Deanna Picon

(347) 869-4705

info@yourautismcoach.com

 

Suggested Questions for Deanna Picon, author of

“The Autism Parents’ Guide to Reclaiming Your Life”

 

  1. What prompted you to write this book and want to help other parents?

 

  1. What makes this book different than all the other books about autism?

 

  1. If parents take action to reclaim their lives, won’t that take away from the time and attention that their autistic child deserves?

 

  1. When parents first get the diagnosis that their child has autism, naturally it’s devastating news, but what are some of the things they should do first?

 

  1. What can pediatricians do, if anything, to help parents deal with the diagnosis and adjust to this new life they’re facing?

 

  1. What types of emotions do parents seem to experience? Are they the same for everyone?

 

  1. What other changes should parents be on the lookout for?

 

  1. Experts say that children with this condition fall somewhere on the Autism Spectrum. But you say that parents are also suffering from what you call, “Autism PARENTS’ Spectrum Disorder.” What do you mean and what exactly is it?

 

  1. How does autism affect the rest of the family? What can they do to support each other?

 

  1. What should couples do to maintain a healthy relationship, while caring for their child?

 

  1. There are lots of diets, therapies and other so-called “treatments” out there for autism. How should parents evaluate them?

 

  1. Sending an autistic child to school is another big issue. Should parents look at them to try and improve their child’s condition?

 

  1. In the last section of the book, you show parents how to build an “Autism Battle Plan.” What do you mean by that – and why do you refer to it that way?

 

  1. What’s the primary message you want people to take away from the book?

 

  1. What’s been the reaction to your message thus far?

 

  1. How can people get the book?

 

Suggested Introduction for Deanna Picon

 

Deanna Picon is the author of “The Autism Parents’ Guide To Reclaiming Your Life.” As the parent of a non-verbal son with autism herself, Deanna knows firsthand the impact that autism has on a family. She also serves as an autism coach, providing parents with coping strategies and proven techniques for maintaining a healthy outlook. Since one in 68 families could now face an autism diagnosis, Deanna wants everyone to know that while the news may be devastating at first, you and your child can still live a loving, happy and fulfilling life.