Autism
Books and Resources dealing specifically with Autism including Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD (formerly known as Aspergers)
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À la découverte de l’autisme – Des neurosciences à la vie en société
Les progrès de la génétique, des neurosciences cognitives, des sciences de l’éducation, de l’imagerie cérébrale ont transformé la compréhension des origines et de la nature des troubles du spectre de l’autisme (TSA), appelés aussi troubles envahissants du développement (TED)
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An Early Start for Your Child with Autism: Using Everyday Activities to Help Kids Connect, Communicate, and Learn
This encouraging guide from the developers of a groundbreaking early intervention program provides doable, practical strategies you can use every day. Nearly all young kids including those with ASD have an amazing capacity to learn. Drs. Sally Rogers, Geraldine Dawson, and Laurie Vismara make it surprisingly simple to turn daily routines like breakfast or bath time into fun and rewarding learning experiences that target crucial developmental skills.
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Autisme et zoothérapie: Communication et apprentissages par la médiation animale
Trouble du développement marqué par les difficultés de relation à l’environnement et de communication, l’autisme nécessite une prise en compte de la personne dans son entièreté. De nombreuses méthodes thérapeutiques ont été pensées pour améliorer les capacités interactionnelles des personnes atteintes. La médiation animale offre une approche originale et pertinente, en cela que l’animal tient lieu d’intermédiaire de communication entre le patient, souvent un enfant, et le zoothérapeute.
$28.95Product Details »2 in stock
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Designing Comprehensive Interventions for High-Functioning Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Ziggurat Model-Release 2.0
The award-winning Ziggurat Model, designed for individuals across the autism spectrum and across the lifespan, presents a process and framework for developing interventions for individuals of all ages with ASD consistent with current trends in education, including response to intervention (RtI), evidence-based practices, and positive behavioral supports.
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Different…Not Less: Inspiring Stories of Achievement and Successful Employment
Temple Grandin offers the world yet another great work, an inspiring and informative book that offers both hope and encouragement. Temple presents the personal success stories of fourteen unique individuals that illustrate the extraordinary potential of those on the autism spectrum.
$27.95Product Details »3 in stock
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Does My Child Have Autism?: A Parent’s Guide to Early Detection and Intervention in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Does My Child Have Autism? is a question so many parents are asking themselves today. Is he avoiding eye contact? Why can’t she talk? Is my child’s development normal or does he have an Autism Spectrum Disorder?
$21.99Product Details »1 in stock
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Dogs and Autism
Author and veterinarian Annie Bowes discovered at a young age that having a dog was invaluable. From encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle to providing unmatched emotional and social support, a dog is the perfect companion for anyone, but especially those with autism.
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Early Intervention and Autism
Designed for parents, this book discusses the components of a “perfect” program for young children with autism, including a variety of proven techniques.
$29.95Product Details »3 in stock
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Early Intervention Games: Fun, Joyful Ways to Develop Social and Motor Skills in Children with Autism Spectrum or Sensory Processing Disorders
Barbara Sher, an expert occupational therapist and teacher, has written a handy resource filled with games to play with young children who have Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other sensory processing disorders (SPD).
$19.95Product Details »4 in stock
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Empowered Autism Parenting: Celebrating (and Defending) Your Child’s Place in the World
In this groundbreaking book, William Stillman, an expert and passionate advocate on behalf of those with autism, offers a commonsense guide for parenting children with autism.
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Engaging Autism: Using the Floortime Approach to Help Children Relate, Communicate, and Think
The inspiring success of Dr. Stanley Greenspan’s unique approach to autism and ASD (autistic spectrum disorders) is known to grateful parents and to professionals throughout the world.
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Everybody is Different – A Book for Young People Who Have Brothers or Sisters with Autism
This book is designed to give answers to the many questions of brothers and sisters of young people on the autistic spectrum. In addition to explaining in basic terms the characteristics of autism, it is full of helpful suggestions for making family life
$23.95Product Details »1 in stock
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Excelling With Autism: Obtaining Critical Mass Using Deliberate Practice
This book is about doing things differently to positively impact individuals on the spectrum by supporting the development of critical mass in areas that are necessary for successful functioning in home, work, and community using the research-based elements of deliberate practice.
$37.95Product Details »3 in stock
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Floortime Strategies to Promote Development in Children and Teens – A User’s Guide to the DIR® Model
This guide takes DIRFloortime® , the research-supported developmental approach to treatment, and breaks it down into a curriculum of simple, sequenced strategies you can use right away to support the social and cognitive development of children and teens. Quick instructions and examples for each method are laid out for easy viewing in the midst of a play session.
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From Anxiety to Meltdown: How Individuals on the Autism Spectrum Deal with Anxiety, Experience Meltdowns, Manifest Tantrums, and How You Can Intervene Effectively
Anxiety is the root cause of many of the difficulties experienced by people on the autism spectrum, and is often caused by things such as a change in routine, or sensory overload. Deborah Lipsky takes a practical look at what happens when things spiral out of control, exploring what leads to meltdowns and and tantrums, and what can be done to help.
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Fundamental Movement Skill Acquisition for Children and Adults with Autism
This is a practical guide on how to teach and assess fundamental movement skill (FMS) acquisition for children and adults with autism. The book explores basic skills of movement and how to observe and develop FMS in children and adults with autism, as well as how to implement a programme for individuals to guide their personal development.
$34.95Product Details »1 in stock
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How Can I Help? A Friend’s and Relative’s Guide to Supporting the Family with Autism
This book explains the nature of autism and the likely challenges a family will face when their child is diagnosed. It is full of advice on how extended family members and friends can provide the necessary help, including practical ways they can make the family’s daily life easier and help to establish a reliable support system for the child.
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The Essential Guide to Safe Travel-Training for Children with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities
In five clear steps, this guide will equip you to teach children to travel safely and independently. The first book of its kind, it focuses on goal-setting and preparation techniques while detailing obstacles that may arise along the way. Practical and necessary, it is suitable for work with children of any age and ability.
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