Lori Desautels, Assistant Professor, College of Education, Butler University
Changing Perceptions is a must-read book for all who sit beside children and youth carrying pain-based behaviours. Graham explains how toxic stress – the ‘why’ – impacts behaviours and how holistic and restorative practices are critical for social and emotional well-being which leads to deepened learning. Most importantly, Graham shares his lived and often painful experiences as a father raising an autistic child. I am honoured to have this book in my hands as author Graham Chatterley shares his brilliance in working with children and youth who often dare us to love them and teach them.