William Kergroach, essayist, editor, and founder of the publishing house World News Digest, offers a unique and candid perspective on autism. As the father of an autistic child, Kergroach presents a practical, straightforward, and accessible guide, free from medical jargon and complex language. This short yet comprehensive book is intended for all parents and relatives of autistic children, as well as anyone seeking to understand and better support autism in daily life.
In this work, William Kergroach answers the essential questions that many parents face: What is autism? What are its causes? What is the life expectancy of people with autism? What therapies and approaches are available? How should one interact with an autistic child? These questions, often buried under technical terms in specialized literature, find clear and direct answers here, based on the author's personal experience rather than abstract theories.
But more than just a manual, "How to Make an Autistic Boy Happy" is a profound reflection on the transformative role that an autistic child plays in the personal growth of their parents and those around them. For Kergroach, raising an autistic child is far from a tragedy; it is an extraordinary opportunity for personal evolution and spiritual growth. Rather than seeing autism as a curse, he encourages parents to embrace this difference as a chance to see the world differently, reconsider social relationships, and become more open, generous, and relaxed individuals.
Kergroach tackles all aspects of life with an autistic child without taboo, offering practical and realistic advice to help parents overcome obstacles and enrich their life experience. He also frankly addresses the shortcomings of some healthcare professionals and provides concrete suggestions for parents to better support their child's development.
"How to Make an Autistic Boy Happy" is not the book of a specialist speaking from an ivory tower, but that of a father who understands the daily challenges faced by parents of autistic children. By offering a sincere and optimistic vision, William Kergroach reminds us that every child, even one who is "different," is a source of happiness and personal fulfillment. This book is, above all, the account of a happy and fulfilled father, convinced that autism is not merely a trial but, more importantly, a unique opportunity to grow, to love, and to flourish.
