Autism
Books and Resources dealing specifically with autism including Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD.
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Comprendre les personnes autistes de haut niveau
Peter Vermeulen décrit et illustre dans ce livre la manière d’être des personnes autistes de haut niveau dans les domaines de la communication, de la fréquentation d’autrui et du quotidien, dans un style concret, clair, souvent avec une pointe d’humour
$37.95Product Details »In stock
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Connecting and Communicating with Your Autistic Child – A Toolkit of Activities to Encourage Emotional Regulation and Social Development
This book teaches drama and immersive theatre-based activities for parents and professionals working with children and young people on the autism spectrum. The exercises follow the author’s simple, person-centred ‘3C pathway’ of connecting, calming and communicating, and enable parents to gain an understanding of the challenges an autistic child may face by ‘walking in their shoes’, while empowering children to become more self-aware and express themselves in healthy ways.
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Could It Be Autism? A Parent’s Guide to the First Signs and Next Steps
Nancy Wiseman is the founder and president of First Signs, the organization dedicated to educating parents, clinicians, and physicians on the early identification of and intervention for developmental delays.
$18.99Product Details »In stock
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Different…Not Less: Inspiring Stories of Achievement and Successful Employment (Revised Ed.)
Temple’s primary mission is to help people with ASD and ADHD tap into their hidden abilities. Temple chose contributors from a wide variety of skill sets to show how this can be done. Each individual tells their own story, in their own words, about their lives. From relationships, bullying, making eye contact, honing social skills, and eventual careers, these stories have something everyone can learn from.
$27.95Product Details »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 »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.
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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 »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 »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.
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Exploring and Working With Autistic Regression
In this honest, poignant depiction of autistic regression, Sophie Gaston explores the unexpected joys and challenges of having a child that regresses and surveys the historic and latest professional perspectives on the causes of this little-understood occurrence.
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Feeding Challenges with ASD E-Book
Whether in the supportive role of parent, caregiver, educator or support worker, it is important to recognize eating difficulties, understand and accept them, and find solutions to foster good eating habits and nutrition. A healthy diet with a wide variety of foods can take a long time to achieve, but it is worth working towards. Good health and well-being are the primary goals around eating.
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Finding Your Superpowers: A Guide for People on the Autism Spectrum and Their Allies
This book is a quick read with a fun and approachable format for a wide age range. You will find examples, stories from individuals and families, as well as references and further resources in the text. At the end of each chapter, the reader can note their discoveries.
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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.
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Get out, Explore, and Have Fun! How Families of Children with Autism or Asperger Syndrome Can Get the Most out of Community Activities
Many families with a child with autism or Asperger Syndrome feel that involvement in the community is not for them. This book sets out to change that, with a rich and varied menu of suggestions for how such families can take full part in community life and support the strengths and interests of their child at the same time.
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Growing Up on the Spectrum: A Guide to Life, Love, and Learning for Teens and Young Adults with Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Addressing universal parental concerns, from first crushes, a changing body, and the challenges of being socially appropriate to how to succeed at college and beyond, this inspiring volume is the beacon of hope and wisdom that parents, therapists, and edu
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