Autism is Not A Life Sentence
How One Family Took on Autism and Won!
by Lynley Summers, with commentary by Jessica Summers
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Summers takes a unique, and, to some, controversial, approach to teaching and parenting her daughter with autism by applying Chaos Theory in combination with more traditional behavior management strategies. The results have been extraordinary. Jessica, initially pronounces as limited to a self-contained classroom wearing a helmet to prevent self-abusive behaviors, is now an accomplished student in high school, composing music, writing stories, and speaking at conferences about life with autism.
Author: "Autism Is Not a Life Sentence"
A true story of a mother and daughter team winning the battle over Autism. Lynley Summers developed and implemented a new groundbreaking behavioral regimen that allowed Jessica to conquer her obstacles with Autism. Her techniques are also being used to help her stepson Averie, and many other children. Her book has just been published by AAPC, Autism Asperger Publishing Company and is now available.
Arkansas Disability Coalition Board of Directors
Lynley is currently the Parent Educator and Advocate for the Arkansas Disability Coalition. She is a representative for Autism in the state of Arkansas. She has spoken in front of members of Congress on several issues concerning persons with disabilities. Lynley and Jessica "Jazz" Summers are currently on the speaking circuit. They presented alongside Stephen Shore at the Autism Society of America conference in July, 2005, and Stephen mentioned Lynley's work in the closing keynote of the conference, having her stand and wave at the crowd.
Areas of Expertise
She is an authority in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder. She is sought out by parents, teachers, and government officials alike for her expertise. She has helped countless people from around the world and from all walks of life, who live with or work with persons with disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.