Aspertools - A Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger's, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodiversity (Reitman Harold)(Paperback / softback)

Aspertools - A Practical Guide for Understanding and Embracing Asperger's, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodiversity (Reitman Harold)(Paperback / softback)

Three perspectives - those of a parent, a teacher and a young person living with Asperger's - that offer practical tools and strategies for managing life as a neurodiverse

Sexuality and Relationship Education for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Professional's Guide to Understanding, Preventing (Hartman Davida)(Paperback)

Children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) require specialized teaching strategies when learning about puberty, sexuality and relationships. This professional resource offers practical teaching advice geared towards the needs of young people on the autism spectrum. Beginning with

CBT to Help Young People with Asperger's Syndrome (Autism Spectrum Disorder) to Understand and Express Affection: A Manual for Professionals (Garnett Michelle)(Paperback)

Children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are often not instinctive and intuitive in expressing their liking or love for someone, or in understanding that family members, friends and others need affection. Expressing affection to teachers, other close professionals, or family

101 Games and Activities for Children with Autism, Asperger's and Sensory Processing Disorders (Delaney Tara)(Paperback)

LEARNING THROUGH PLAY One of the best ways for children with autism, Asperger's, and sensory processing disorders to learn is through play. Children improve their motor skills, language skills, and social skills by moving their bodies and interacting with their environment. Yet the biggest

A Beginner's Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders: Essential Information for Parents and Professionals (Taylor Paul G.)(Paperback)

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? What does a diagnosis of ASD mean for the child and for you? How can you learn to fully understand behaviours common to ASD and help the child grow and prosper? This short introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone encountering ASD for the first time. The

Practical Sensory Programmes: For Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Special Needs (Larkey Sue)(Paperback)

Children with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) often have sensory processing difficulties. They may be very sensitive to particular sounds or materials, or unresponsive to injuries most children would find painful. This practical book offers a six-step approach to developing a successful programme

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders: Frequently Asked Questions (Yapko Diane)(Paperback)

This informative and easy to read book is an essential resource for parents, teachers, those new to the field, and people on the autism spectrum themselves. Diane Yapko, who has worked with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families for over 20 years, brings together diverse

Food Refusal and Avoidant Eating in Children, Including Those with Autism Spectrum Conditions: A Practical Guide for Parents and Professionals (Harris Gillian)(Paperback)

Many children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have a restricted dietary range, and this book provides parents with advice and training on how to deal with this condition and achieve a healthier and more balanced diet. Now described as Avoidant or Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), it is

Toilet Training and the Autism Spectrum (Asd): A Guide for Professionals (Fleming Eve)(Paperback)

This practical guide equips practitioners to support families and carers in developing effective toilet training programmes and provide continued help with analysing and addressing problems that occur. With appropriate intervention and persistence most children on the autism spectrum can be toilet

Autism and Eating Disorders in Teens: A Guide for Parents and Professionals (Bullivant Fiona Fisher)(Paperback)

The relationship between autism and eating disorders is often overlooked or misunderstood. Written by two experienced clinicians working with young people, Autism and Eating Disorders in Teens covers topics including identification of both conditions, diagnosis and the recovery process, challenging

Asperger's Children: Psychodynamics, Aetiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment (Holloway Robin)(Paperback)

The DSM-5 (2013) classifies all autism-related disorders, including Asperger's, under the heading 'autism spectrum disorder.' This book argues that this lumping together is unhelpful for clinicians. Instead, finer diagnostic distinctions are helpful to clinicians who treat children with Asperger's

Older Adults and Autism Spectrum Conditions: An Introduction and Guide (Lawson Wenn)(Paperback)

The first book to look seriously at the practical issues facing older adults with autism spectrum conditions (ASC), Wenn Lawson's groundbreaking handbook offers support, advice, and sensible ways in which to look at the issues. Informed by current research, interviews with older people diagnosed

The Prt Pocket Guide: Pivotal Response Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders (Koegel Robert L.)(Paperback)

Secrets to Success for Professionals in the Autism Field: An Insider's Guide to Understanding the Autism Spectrum, the Environment and Your Role (Gerland Gunilla)(Paperback)

Gunilla Gerland's extensive experience of the autism spectrum means she is expertly placed to offer a fresh perspective on working with autism as well as a wealth of effective tools and interventions to use in practice. In a highly readable style, with many inspiring examples, this book offers

I Am Special: A Workbook to Help Children, Teens and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders to Understand Their Diagnosis, Gain Confi (Vermeulen Peter)(Paperback)

I am Special is a proven programme for helping children, teens and adults on the autism spectrum to understand themselves and their diagnosis, gain confidence and thrive. Peter Vermeulen describes in-depth the theory and research behind the programme, and explains how to use it in practice. He

Sensory Issues for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Heffernan Diarmuid)(Paperback)

Understanding sensory issues can be the key to overcoming them. Using this practical guide, individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) can begin to understand their sensory difficulties and learn how to create a tailored plan for overcoming specific everyday challenges. Learn how the senses

On the Spectrum: Autism, Faith, and the Gifts of Neurodiversity (Bowman Daniel Jr.)(Paperback)

Nearly everyone knows someone on the autism spectrum, whether it's a niece or nephew, a student in their classroom, a coworker, or a sibling, spouse, or child. One in 54 children has autism, according to the CDC, and autism is reported across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. Yet most of

A Practical Guide to Happiness in Children and Teens on the Autism Spectrum: A Positive Psychology Approach (Honeybourne Victoria)(Paperback)

Full of simple strategies for happiness in children and teens with autism, this book is a must read for anyone dedicated to the wellbeing of a child on the spectrum. Bringing a refreshingly positive approach to mental health and autism, the guide is full of practical ideas for helping children

Menopause: The One-Stop Guide - A Practical Guide to Understanding and Dealing with the Menopause (Abernethy Kathy)(Paperback / softback)

A practical guide to understanding and living with the

Life on the Autism Spectrum: A Guide for Girls and Women (McKibbin Karen)(Paperback)

Why is Autism Spectrum Disorder so misunderstood in girls and women and why do so many go under the radar without the support that they need? This practical guide explains the unique issues that affect females with autism and provides tools and strategies that girls, women and their families can

Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome: Understanding Adults on the Autism Spectrum (Hagland Carol)(Paperback)

Getting to Grips with Asperger Syndrome is a practical, problem-solving guide for those caring for or supporting an adult with Asperger Syndrome (AS). It will help them understand the condition and the difficulties it may cause, so that they can offer support in the most beneficial way. The book

The ASD Workbook: Understanding Your Autism Spectrum Disorder (Kershaw Penny)(Paperback)

A diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be confusing and overwhelming for all involved, and it can be difficult for parents to know how best to approach the subject with their child. This easy-to-use interactive workbook gives parents the help they need to explain ASDs to their child

Understanding and Treating Anxiety in Autism: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach (Edelson Stephen M.)(Paperback)

Anxiety is a prevalent and often debilitating condition for individuals on the autism spectrum. This book promotes a multidisciplinary approach to intervention and treatment of the condition, providing professional understanding of the underlying causes and available treatments. With chapters

Homeopathy and Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Guide for Practitioners and Families (Kraus-Harper Ursula)(Paperback)

This book presents the clinical experiences of homeopaths working with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) around the world, exploring the outcomes that are being achieved in practice. Anecdotally, homeopathy has been found to be helpful for managing aggression, improving physical health problems and