Autism Spectrum Disorders

This authoritative resource, now thoroughly revised for DSM-5, has set the standard for the comprehensive assessment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Leading experts demonstrate how to craft a scientifically grounded profile of each child's strengths...

Young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) can often find the step into adulthood and independence more difficult than their neurotypical peers, particularly where employment is concerned. The authors show, however, that with the right guidance...

Young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) can often find the step into adulthood and independence more difficult than their neurotypical peers, particularly where employment is concerned. The authors show, however, that with the right guidance...

People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) understand and respond to the world in a very different way from people without this condition. The challenge for psychotherapists working with Asperger clients lies in setting aside their own preconceptions and...

Many children, especially those with autism-related problems, struggle with sensory integration. Christian is a 12-year-old who has suffered from over- and under-sensitivity issues since birth. Following his experiences as a young child, Chara and Chara...

This book is a comprehensive resource to guide work with individuals on the autism spectrum. It reflects the true range of needs presented by individuals with autism, pulling together the most salient aspects of treatment with invaluable information from...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780985195106Author Tanya PaparellaFormat PaperbackPage Count 170Imprint Quick Link LearningPublisher Quick Link LearningWeight(grams) 259gDimensions(mm)...

Containing life-changing strategies and solutions, this book will enable everyone who knows, lives with or works with an individual with autism to achieve a positive relationship that fosters cooperation and mutual respect.The author has dedicated over...

Children on the autistic spectrum frequently suffer from gastrointestinal complaints such as diarrhoea, constipation, abdominal pain, abdominal distension and flatulence. Far from being 'just part of the condition', worldwide research is confirming...

This book examines autism from the tradition of analytic philosophy, working from the premise that Autism Spectrum Disorders raise interesting philosophical questions that need to be and can be addressed in a manner that is clear, jargon-free, and...

Does your child struggle with brushing their teeth? Is it difficult to get them dressed and undressed each day? Do they struggle to understand their body's relationship to the world?This book is brimming with simple ideas, activities and exercises to...

Getting into the Game: Sports Programs for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder will help families, clinicians and coaches support children with autism in taking their first steps into sport and recreation.Participation in individual and team sports plays...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781922828200Author Dr Bronwyn Maree WilsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Bronwyn WilsonPublisher Bronwyn WilsonWeight(grams) 426gDimensions(mm) 229mm...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780307396181Author John Elder RobisonFormat PaperbackPage Count 320Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 232gDimensions(mm)...

A little nine-year-old boy looks down at the gymnasium floor. The room is filled with children who like and respect him, but he has no real friends. He can barely name anyone in his class, and has trouble with the simplest things - recognizing people,...

From leading clinical researchers, this book presents important advances in understanding and treating the early social-communication difficulties that are hallmarks of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It is grounded in current findings on typically and...

Men with Asperger's Syndrome, young and old, experience difficulty with social interaction, which can be a stumbling block when it comes to getting a girlfriend. Here is a book that demystifies the enigma of 'relationships' by explaining everything in...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsShort-listed for Pulitzer Prize (Non-Fiction) 2017.Book InformationISBN 9780307985705Author John DonvanFormat PaperbackPage Count 688Imprint Crown PublicationsPublisher...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781636697185Author Gopika KapoorFormat PaperbackPage Count 226Imprint Notion PressPublisher Notion PressWeight(grams) 336gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm * 13mm

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780399537332Author Aaron LikensFormat PaperbackPage Count 240Imprint TarcherPerigeePublisher Penguin Putnam IncWeight(grams) 1g

Pervasive Developmental Disorder, or PDD, is the umbrella term used to cover the whole family of autistic spectrum disorders - including autism and Asperger Syndrome. Within this group there is a subgroup called NOS - not otherwise specified - which...

The AutPlay (R) Therapy Handbook provides a thorough explanation and understanding of AutPlay (R) Therapy (an integrative family play therapy framework) and details how to effectively implement AutPlay (R) Therapy for addressing the mental health needs...

Video modeling takes visual learning to the next level by using new technologies to create an effective teaching tool. This book explains how professionals and parents can use innovative video modeling techniques to support the development of young...

'Asperger's Syndrome in Young Children is easy to read, with lots of practical ideas and advice, presented in a sympathetic manner. It would be most useful for teachers or professionals who are new to the field or parents who believe their child may be...

The needs of parents and carers of children on the autism spectrum are not met by conventional parenting strategies. This resource for trainers and facilitators offers the best available knowledge and theories to help them develop an understanding of how...

People with developmental disabilities sometimes behave in ways that others, or they themselves, regard as problematic. This original book is about what practitioners can do to make sense of behaviors, in order to support clients more effectively.The...

This book helps clinicians harness the benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for children and adolescents with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Leading treatment developers describe promising approaches for treating common...

"Your child has autism" - four small words with the power to leave parents feeling helpless, overwhelmed, and confused. This concise, no-nonsense book will enable parents to regain control of the situation and take the first practical steps towards a...

Visual supports have been proven to be a highly effective way to communicate with, and teach, a student with an autism spectrum disorder or other learning difficulty.This book is packed with simple, effective tools to assist in the education of students...

In this clear and accessible introduction to autism, Alex Durig provides a host of ideas and examples that enable the reader to understand the phenomenon of autism, recognize different kinds of autistic perception and behaviour, and prepare for...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781478728412Author Soma MukhopadhyayFormat PaperbackPage Count 356Imprint Outskirts PressPublisher Outskirts PressWeight(grams) 612gDimensions(mm) 235mm *...

This book epitomizes the value of the phrase "been there, done that!" In this amazingly helpful guide for family members, friends, and professionals, author and mom Kathy Labosh and special-educator LaNita Miller take on the issues and obstacles that...

Despite the dramatic proliferation of research, clinical perspectives, and first-person accounts of Asperger Syndrome (AS) in the last 15 years, much of this information has focused on the application of the diagnosis to children, even though AS displays...

Tom Whitman proposes a new developmental theory of autism that focuses on the diversity of characteristics associated with this disorder, and how these develop over time. This theory is reconciled and integrated with contemporary theories of autism,...

This professional text covers every aspect of Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD), from science to services, from the most disabling Kanner's syndrome to the most high-functioning Asperger syndrome, and from birth to old age. The book contains the latest...

Synthesizing an explosion of recent research, this book presents dramatic advances in understanding and treating autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in very young children. Leading authorities describe the innovative tools and methods that are enabling...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781938800009Author Jim SinclairFormat PaperbackPage Count 160Imprint Autistic PressPublisher Autistic PressWeight(grams) 222gDimensions(mm) 229mm * 152mm *...

Every year, 1 in every 100 children in America are diagnosed with autism. Although autism has reached epidemic proportions, it is far from understood. In 41 Things To Know About Autism, Chantal Sicile-Kira provides a clear, instructive explanation of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780976379751Author Tami DuncanFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Biomed Publishing GroupPublisher Biomed Publishing GroupWeight(grams) 426gDimensions(mm)...

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is recognized as one of the most effective ways to teach children with autism and studies have shown that the earlier the interventions take place the more likely they are to have a profound, positive impact on a child's...