The book was originally written in Japanese using facilitated communication, and was translated to English by Mitchell’s wife. The book begins with a relatable introduction from author David Mitchell, who has an autistic child himself, and who found The Reason I Jump to be a lifeline in helping him develop a relationship with his child. This book is aimed at parents of children and young people with autism, however it would give all adults with a connection to a young person with autism an insight into how the condition can be experienced. “The Reason I Jump” recounts the first-hand experiences of a non-verbal teenager with autism, answering frequently asked questions and explaining the reasons behind his behaviour. Reviewer expertise: Directly supporting families of children with learning difficulties, including autism What is the book about and who is it aimed at?
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