Derek Volk
Author of Chasing the Rabbit: A Dad’s Life Raising a Son on the Spectrum, USA
Title: Life as a father raising a son with autism from teh author of Amazon best seller, CHASING THE RABBIT: A DAD’S LIFE RAISING A SON ON THE SPECTRUM
Biography
Biography: Derek Volk
Abstract
BIDDEFORD, Maine - In Chasing the Rabbit: A Dad’s Life Raising a Son on the Spectrum, Derek Volk shares the challenges, triumphs and coping strategies that his family encountered as they raised Dylan, a 23-year-old who was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome (now known as High Functioning Autism) at the age of eight. The book also includes Dylan’s perspective from the early days to the adolescent years to his current life in the real world as a young adult.
From the time Dylan Volk was two-years-old, his parents, Derek and Amy Volk, struggled to make sense of his challenging behaviors and unique interests as they were bounced from one expert to another. Finally, at eight-years-old, Dylan was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome and the family was able to start making sense of his differences. Derek has watched his son grow into a young man who has always tried to live a normal life, but struggles to make that happen. In Chasing the Rabbit, readers will follow Dylan’s journey, which showcases the unique relationship between a father and his son with Autism.
“Chasing the Rabbit is so honest and transparent that as you read, it feels you are walking on sacred ground, a quiet participant in the Volk’s intimate family moments. Derek and Dylan’s journey is an inspiration to any family that has struggled with their own uncertainties in how to manage chaotic and unpredictable situations,” said Norman E. Thibault, Ph.D., LMFT of Lifespan Integration.
Derek Volk has now shared his story to tens of thousands of audiences at over 100 locations across the United States. His presentation is always received with tremendous appreciation for his honesty and frankness.