The present work introduces a project named “Help Joselito!”. The project “Help Joselito!” aims to help a Mexican autistic child and his very modest family to pursue the innovative therapy plan that has been tailored especially for him and which has given excellent results so far. This therapy plan takes place in Mexico. The child's name is Joselito.
Moreover this work presents an alternative therapy model that can be implemented with other persons having an Autistic Spectrum Disorder and developed for persons with different Pervasive Development Disorders (according to the current terminology).
The present work is written in English, Spanish, French and German.
The author and developer of this project, Dr. Jean Weinfeld, is a retired Frenchman living in Germany. He is going regularly to Mexico in order to practice and supervise the therapy plan mentioned above together with local colleague therapists. Dr. Jean Weinfeld has a PhD in Philosophy, is graduated in Law, Political Science and Economy. His main professional field has been cross-cultural education. Dr. Jean Weinfeld already published on the topic of Autism in French, and (at GRIN Publisher) in Spanish.
Table of Contents
- I. SITUATION
- II. THE STORY
- III. HELP!
- IV. TO KNOW MORE ABOUT
- V. CAREGIVERS / ACTORS
- APPENDIX / APÉNDICES / ANNEXES / ANHÄNGE
- - Visual Material / Material Visual / Matériel Visuel/ Visuelles Material:
- - Report on the "real" therapy travel of January 2017 (abstract):
- - Concept of an aesthetic-sensorial therapy variant for autistic persons of the Asperger type:
Objectives and Key Themes
This document outlines the challenges faced by Joselito, a Mexican child with autism, and his family. It provides a compelling narrative of their struggles and the need for support, while also offering insight into therapeutic approaches for autistic individuals.
- The challenges faced by an autistic child and their family
- The limitations of traditional therapeutic approaches
- The need for alternative and innovative therapeutic strategies
- The importance of community support in addressing autism
- A detailed description of a unique therapeutic experience and its outcomes
Chapter Summaries
- I. SITUATION: This chapter introduces Joselito and his family, highlighting the challenges they face due to his autism. It describes their daily struggles, the burden on his parents and doctor, and the need for outside help.
- II. THE STORY: This chapter delves into a unique therapeutic experience, drawing on the author's previous work, “Histoires d'A. - Anh et l'autisme.” It emphasizes the importance of a different approach to treatment for autistic individuals.
- III. HELP!: This chapter outlines the need for support and resources for Joselito and families facing similar challenges. It emphasizes the critical role of community involvement and financial assistance.
- IV. TO KNOW MORE ABOUT: This chapter focuses on providing additional information about autism, its diagnosis, and available treatment options. It encourages readers to seek out further resources and support networks.
- V. CAREGIVERS / ACTORS: This chapter introduces the individuals involved in Joselito's care and support system, highlighting their roles and contributions to his well-being.
Keywords
This document focuses on autism, therapeutic approaches, family support, community involvement, and the challenges faced by autistic children and their families. It explores the limitations of traditional methods and introduces an innovative therapeutic approach. Key concepts include aesthetic-sensorial therapy, autism spectrum disorder, and the importance of providing comprehensive care for individuals with autism.
- Citar trabajo
- Jean Weinfeld (Autor), 2017, HELP JOSELITO! A Health and Therapy Project for a Mexican Autistic Child, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/355015
