Educating and caring for a child with autism is a severely difficult task, too often associated with frustration and disappointment. As a result, the inner development of these children is at times considered to be beyond the reach of parents and carers.

This book challenges that assumption, exploring case studies where therapy based on a holistic approach has resulted in marked improvements in the children's behaviour and social integration. With an extended holistic programme, autistic children discover inner self-awareness and self-recognition, leading to first steps in relationships and social skills.

The authors describe in detail their own practical experiences, as well as the findings of other experts in the field. This new third edition covers recent developments in diagnostic methods and approaches to treatment, including new case studies and a new chapter looking at the sensory aspect of autism and Sensory Integration Therapy.

Well-researched and movingly written, this book has an essential, positive message for all those involved in the care and education of children with autism.

About the Author
Dr Marga Hogenboom lives and works at the Camphill Rudolf Steiner School near Aberdeen in Scotland, and is one of the directors of the Camphill Medical Practice. Bob Woodward, MEd, MPhil has lived with and taught children with severe learning difficulties, including children with autism, since 1970. He works at the Sheiling School in Gloucestershire, England.

Reviews

'This is a very encouraging book for those dealing with autism, and though written for parents, caretakers and educators of the autistic child, there is much in it of importance for how we approach the needs of young children with even minor developmental difficulties.'
-- Light Magazine

'Well organized and clearly written. This book draws on the rich experience and insights of doctors gained over decades as well as individuals who experience autism themselves. We can be most grateful to have access to this first anthroposophical book in the English language devoted to autism.'
-- Ingelore Maier, Journey for Anthroposophy

'Bob Woodward sets out clearly and in a lively, readable style his ideas, methods and results. This book could form the basis of some lively discussion at parents meeting.'
-- Anthea Hailey, Camphill Pages

'We have much to learn from the teachings of Rudolf Steiner and Bob Woodward's application of them to working with children with autism. This book is an excellent introduction to the ideas and practice as they relate to autism.'
-- Dr Lorna Wing, Camphill Correspondence

'I would recommend this excellent well-researched book be on the bookshelf of every curative educator, therapist and doctor who is attempting to understand and care for those individuals who suffer from autism.'
-- Jean Brown, Anthroposophical Medical Newsletter

Book Information
ISBN 9781782500001
Author Dr Marga Hogenboom
Format Paperback
Page Count 320
Imprint Floris Books
Publisher Floris Books
Weight(grams) 522g