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Traveling Different

Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the Neurodiverse

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The award-winning travel bible for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder and/or mood and distraction disorders.

"An essential read, not only for parents of autistic or otherwise neurodivergent children but for all families."—Library Journal, Starred Review

Traveling with children is always challenging, but for parents of children with autism spectrum disorder and/or mood and attention and distraction disorders it can be especially intimidating. In Traveling Different, Dawn M. Barclay presents travel strategies and anecdotes from Certified Autism Travel Professionals™, parents of special needs children, associations and advocates, and mental health professionals, broken down by mode of transportation and type of venue. The heart of the book outlines suggested itineraries for spectrum families as well as venues that cater to the unique special interests that are characteristic of individuals with autism.

Culminating with a guide of travel agents who specialize in special needs travel and lists of organizations that advocate for special needs families, Traveling Different is the essential resource to make the cultural, educational, and bonding benefits of vacations available to all.

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      Starred review from August 1, 2022

      Barclay, a longtime travel agent and editor at Travel Agent magazine, found her life changed when she became a mother. She searched for a book to help her navigate traveling with two young neurodivergent children but came up empty-handed. Years later, she has created the book she once needed, with guidance from Certified Autism Travel Professionals, mental health experts, and parents of children on the spectrum. Starting from the premise that every family should be able to travel, Barclay's book includes tips on packing a "go-to" bag, creating a relaxed vacation schedule that works for the entire family, preparing for a trip with bibliotherapy (including lists of books to read with children), and navigating TSA precheck and international travel. It also lists sites that are certified as accommodating for autistic people. Much of the book's guidance will also be useful for families with neurotypical children as well. VERDICT An essential read, not only for parents of autistic or otherwise neurodivergent children but for all families.

      Copyright 2022 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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