Author: Steven E. GutsteinPublisher: Future Horizons
ISBN: 9781885477705
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 222
Book Description
A new developmental program that opens the door to lifelong social & emotional growth.
Relationship Development Intervention with Young Children
Author: Steven E. GutsteinPublisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 9781843107149
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
A comprehensive set of activities for children ages two through eight that have Asperger, autism, and other disorders that impact emotional and social development designed to teach them basic social and emotional skills.
Author: Steven E. GutsteinSoon Will Come the Light
Author: Thomas A. McKeanPublisher: Future Horizons
ISBN: 1885477112
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 176
Book Description
Winner of the Autism Society of America's Literary Achievement Award, this heartwarming book was one of the first autobiographies to provide unique insight into the world of autism. Tom McKean grew up in a confusion of misdiagnosis, spending years in an institution and finally journeying into adulthood, seeking answers. He finally comes to a "working truce" with the neurotypical world and discovers he has various talents in fields such as computers and technical design, in addition to his passion for writing. His challenges, discoveries, and successes will move you as his poetry, songs, and humor delight you. Helpful chapters include: Leave My Home for a Home Interesting Associations in the Home I Re-Enter the World Discovering Autism What Autism Is To Me Professionals and More Ideas on Autism
Asperger Syndrome in Adolescence
Author: Liane Holliday WilleyPublisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 9781843107422
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 340
Book Description
Reflecting the views of parents, professionals and those with AS themselves, this book tackles issues that are pertinent to all teenagers, such as sexuality, depression and friendship, as well as topics like disclosure and therapeutic alternatives that are more specific to those with AS. This book is an essential survival guide to adolescence.
Visual Support for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Author: Vera Bernard-OpitzPublisher: AAPC Publishing
ISBN: 9781934575826
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Combining their years of experience working with individuals on the autism spectrum, the authors bring practical ideas and teaching methods for offering visual supports to students with autism spectrum disorders.
Autism, Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder
Author: Barbara L. QuinnPublisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
ISBN: 184905827X
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 210
Book Description
Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the umbrella term used to describe a family of related conditions. Within this group, there are many diagnostic terms used such as autism, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), and Asperger syndrome. This fully-updated second edition defines the commonalities and unique differences of children with these disorders, and looks at the evolving concept of the diagnosis. Written specifically for parents, it sets out what it means for a child to be diagnosed with ASD, PDD, autism, or Asperger syndrome, and offers parents direction on where to go from there. The authors describe the characteristics of each condition, how a diagnosis is made, and what it means for an individual child. Associated conditions are discussed and various treatments, therapies, and educational approaches are reviewed. The book also includes new information on medication usage as well as frequently asked questions by parents and insightful new interviews with parents and children on the autism spectrum. Accessible, informative, and supportive, this is an essential guide for parents of children with an autism spectrum disorder.
Asperger's... What Does It Mean to Me?
Author: Catherine FahertyPublisher: Future Horizons
ISBN: 1885477597
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 330
Book Description
Designed for children with high-functioning autism or Asperger's Syndrome, this workbook offers an approach for the child to learn more about himself. Faherty asks the child to react to various subjects, offering alternatives for the child to select. Features a special binding to allow photocopying.
Practical Solutions for Stabilizing Students with Classic Autism to be Ready to Learn
Author: Judy EndowPublisher: AAPC Publishing
ISBN: 9781934575758
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
This title recognizes the importance of offering stabilization strategies that afford students a better regulated body, often enabling students with classic autism to increase their time in school, most of them working up to full-day participation.
Author: Lori Ernsperger