Individuals with autism are reportedly one of the most difficult populations to toilet train. This book offers effective strategies that take the childs sensibilities into account instead of trying to force traditional methods. Tips, case examples, and cautions help make the process more of a lesson and less of a battle for all involved.

Toilet training can be a battleground for parents and children. In this book--the only one on the market dealing with the specific issues involved in toilet training children with autism--Maria Wheeler offers a detailed roadmap for success, based on over twenty years of experience. Easy-to-read bulleted lists offer over 200 do's and don'ts presented, along with more than fifty real-life examples. Learn, among other things, how to gauge "readiness," overcome fear of the bathroom, teach how to use toilet paper, flush and wash up, and deal with toileting in unfamiliar environments. A life preserver for parents and reluctant children

Helpful chapters include:

The Importance of Toilet Training

Determining Readiness

Developing a Toileting Routine

Communicating the Need to Use the Toilet Toileting in Unfamiliar Environments

Nighttime Training

Common Problems (and Solutions) Associated with Toilet Training Persons with Autism