<p><strong>&ldquo;Put your son in an institution and move on with your life.&rdquo;</strong></p><p>At the age of six, Joe was diagnosed with autism. It was 1972 and little was known about this disability.&nbsp; Joe&rsquo;s neurologist advised Carol Basile to institutionalize her only son.&nbsp; She refused. And with only a mother&rsquo;s fierce love and relentless quest for answers, she began a journey to help her son surpass his limited expectations and lead a meaningful life. <em>Against All Odds</em> is a story of an autistic child who, with courage and determination, struggles through life stages, achieving goals. It is a story of taking opportunities and never giving up. It is a story of the lessons learned to help every parent of an autistic child to see the possibilities instead of the challenges.</p><p><strong>Autism doesn&rsquo;t have to limit your child&rsquo;s potential. </strong></p><p>Joe went on to build relationships in the community, achieve a Master&rsquo;s Degree, and hold a regular job. His success doesn&rsquo;t have to be the exception. Your child can be more than their diagnosis too.</p><p>This heartfelt book is a powerful and practical guide for parents and educators of autistic children. It is filled with resources and first-hand experiences to equip you with the skills to help your child flourish in today&rsquo;s world.</p><p><em>Against All Odds </em>includes:</p>
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<li>Established life stage goals specifically adapted for autistic children and adults</li>
<li>Personal examples for achieving life goals</li>
<li>Family dynamics with an autistic child</li>
<li>The bright future for autistic children and adults</li>
<li>Practical suggestions for parents, teachers, and other professionals</li>
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