Robyn K. Schneider was a VP in non-profit human services management and later worked in legislative affairs as an advocate for autism services. Robyn advocates for improving outcomes for children and adults on the autism spectrum as well as promoting the benefits of exercise for individuals with autism and other medical conditions. She's written articles and blogs on topics related to autism, and she and her family have been featured in numerous major media outlets. Robyn lives in Great Neck, New York, with her husband and two sons. For more information about her and her family, visit: www.autismrunners.com and www.robynkschneider.com. Kate Hopper is the author of Ready for Air: A Journey Through Premature Motherhood and Use Your Words: A Writing Guide for Mothers. She holds an MFA in creative writing and teaches writing, leads writing retreats, and provides editorial feedback to writers. For more information visit www.katehopper.com.
"Silent Running is a stunning presentation of one family's journey
in raising twins with severe autism, chasing after and finding the
silver lining at each juncture. It is an incredible story of
perseverance and resilience, and of the power of unremitting love
in helping two special young men reach their potential, snatching
several stars along the way." --Lee Wachtel, MD, Medical Director,
Neurobehavioral Unit, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Associate
Professor of Psychiatry, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
"Silent Running is an absolute must-read for anyone who has ever
heard the word 'autism.' Robyn Schneider offers up an honest and
moving portrait of how, over time and with significant effort, the
true potential that lies within each of us, independent of a
diagnostic label, can be discovered and developed beyond most
people's expectations. There are no quick fixes or miracle
interventions here. Instead what we find is how, with dedication
and patience, individuals with autism and their families can begin
to change the misperceptions of those around them and, in so doing,
discover included lives of competence, dignity, quality and, maybe,
even some medals along the way." --Peter F. Gerhardt, Ed.D.,
Chairman, Scientific Council, Organization for Autism Research
"Silent Running is an inspiration. Robyn Schneider is a warrior who
has overcome one heartbreaking setback after another, from her twin
sons' diagnosis of autism to her husband's MS to her own diagnosis
with breast cancer. But through it all Robyn and her family never
gave up on life, instead finding joy and healing through running.
You won't want to put this book down." --Geri Barash, Three-time
breast cancer survivor and founder, 1 in 9, The Long Island Breast
Cancer Coalition
"Silent Running is more than a story about autism and breast cancer
and running; it's about strength and love and making the most with
what you are given in life. Robyn and her family are a testament to
perseverance and the power of love. This book will resonate with
anyone who has struggled in life, yet found joy." --Ginny Salerno,
Founder & Executive Director, LI2Day Walk - Raising Awareness and
Funds for the fight against Breast Cancer on Long Island
"If you want to be inspired by a woman who only wanted a level
playing field for her boys then Silent Running is a must read. Alex
and Jamie allow us to see a mother's love and determination. The
author Robyn Schneider makes our world a better place." --Charles
J. Fuschillo, Jr., Former NYS Senator, Sponsor of NYS Autism
Insurance Reform Law, President & CEO, Alzheimer's Foundation of
America.
"In Silent Running, Robyn Schneider invites us into her world with
her refreshingly honest memoir. Although Schneider's memoir would
be of interest to anyone who has been touched by autism, it is a
must read for any parent with a child afflicted with severe autism
because it is a testament to how a family can create a meaningful,
fulfilling life for their loved ones, despite the incredible
challenges that the disorder creates on a moment by moment basis.
Silent Running shows us that with effective autism treatment and
lots of determination, we can squeeze out our children's maximum
potential." --Sabrina Freeman, Ph.D., author, Teach Me Language,
The Complete Guide to Autism Treatments, Science for Sale in the
Autism Wars, Autism: Now What Do I Do? DVD, Board Member,
Association for the Science in Autism Treatment
"Robyn Schneider describes the challenges families face with
autism, and how running can help in some unexpected ways." --Jeff
Galloway, Olympian and author, Galloway's Book on Running
"The Schneider family represents the unrelenting determination of
the human spirit that we find in long distance runners. We see time
and again how those who discover the power of running are able to
transform and improve their lives, and this story is a profound
representation of running's life-changing qualities. Silent Running
celebrates Alex and Jamie's extraordinary and inspirational journey
while encapsulating the everyday essence of a runner--the triumphs,
struggles, and joy that can emanate from putting one foot in front
of another." --Mary Wittenberg, President & CEO New York Road
Runners
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