Author: Brenda Legge
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley
Keywords: spectrum, disorders, autistic, difficulties, won’t, dietary, can’t
Number of Pages: 208
Published: 2008-11-25
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1853029742
ISBN-13: 9781853029745

Finding out that your child has Asperger Syndrome can be devastating enough, but when you discover that he or she won’t eat 99.9 per cent of all food and drink in the known universe, the fun really starts. The author found herself in this situation when her son first took a dislike to milk, then to virtually every other food. Her book was written to reassure other parents in the same boat, and to suggest practical methods of dealing with the problem. The experience of other parents, children, and professionals with first-hand knowledge of dietary difficulties, and their advice and commen

Authors:Shana Nichols, Gina Marie Moravcik, Samara Pulver
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pu
Keywords: pre, teen, teenage, years, professionals, parents, growing, autism, spectrum, girls
Number of Pages: 256
Published: 2008-11-15
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1843108550
ISBN-13: 9781843108559

Growing up isn’t easy, and the trials and tribulations of being a teenager can be particularly confusing for girls with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs). This book covers all the concerns commonly faced by girls with ASDs and their parents, from periods and puberty to worries over friendships and fitting in . Taking a good look at these adolescent issues, and many more, within the context of specific areas of difficulty for girls with ASDs, the authors provide families with the knowledge and advice they need to help their daughters and the whole family through the teenage years. This boo

Authors:Liz McKendry Anderson, Polly Godwin Emmo,
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pu
Keywords: dysfunction, learning, sensory, disabilities, bipolar, disorder, adhd, autism, development, understanding, spectrum, disorders
Number of Pages: 176
Published: 2005-05-15
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1843108062
ISBN-13: 9781843108061

Understanding Sensory Dysfunction is a clear and comprehensive resource to identifying and addressing sensory dysfunction in children, using a range of practical strategies to help them reach their full potential at home, at school and in the community.The authors explain the causes, contributing factors, symptoms and associated behaviors of sensory dysfunction, particularly when found in conditions such as autism spectrum disorders (ASDs), ADHD and bipolar disorder. Focusing on early intervention, they provide a host of tried and tested integration activities, assessment and curricular modifi

Author: Matt Winter
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pu
Keywords: cloud, children, foundation, written, need, syndrome, teachers, asperger
Number of Pages: 96
Published: 2003-02-15
List price: $15.95
ISBN-10: 1843101432
ISBN-13: 9781843101437

As awareness of Asperger Syndrome (AS) grows, it becomes increasingly important that all professionals have a familiarity with and understanding of the condition. However, for teachers, who have minimal spare time, it is difficult to access the details they need for working with AS children without wading through extensive books aimed at parents and professionals. Asperger Syndrome What Teachers Need to Know bridges this gap and is the ideal starting point for teachers wishing to learn about Asperger Syndrome and how best to work with and get the most from a child with an ASD. Providing a summ

Author: Diane Yapko
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley
Keywords: asked, questions, frequently, disorders, autism, spectrum, understanding
Number of Pages: 224
Published: 2003-05-15
List price: $18.95
ISBN-10: 1843107562
ISBN-13: 9781843107569

Readers seeking information about autism spectrum disorders often find it very difficult to find straightforward answers to their questions. In response to this, Diane Yapko has produced this practical resource in an easy to read question and answer format so readers can go directly to the questions that interest them. There is no need to sift through complex scientific literature or confusing professional jargon and readers can refer back to the text again and again as their needs dictate. Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders will prove an essential reference for parents, teachers and prof

Author: Nicole Martin
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pub
Keywords: autism, children, tool, intervention, art
Number of Pages: 156
Published: 2009-05-15
List price: $19.95
ISBN-10: 1849058075
ISBN-13: 9781849058070

The early years are the most critical period of learning for a child with autism. Therapeutic art-making can be a useful tool to tap into their imaginations and help them to express their thoughts and feelings. "Art as an Early Intervention Tool for Children with Autism" includes practical advice on helping a child move beyond scribbling, organizing the child’s environment for maximum comfort and relaxation, and providing physical and sensory support. This book is packed with tips and suggestions for how to provide art therapy for children with autism - covering topics such as the basic

Author: Ashley Stanford
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Pu
Keywords: relationships, term, syndrome, asperger
Number of Pages: 288
Published: 2002-11-15
List price: $17.95
ISBN-10: 1843107341
ISBN-13: 9781843107347

Ashley Stanford is married to a man with Asperger Syndrome, and her book provides the answers to many of the questions asked by the increasing number of people in that situation. She explains how behaviors that may have appeared odd - or even downright irritating - are the manifestation of AS, and shows how understanding can lead to greater tolerance or to change. Stanford provides a wealth of strategies for living successfully with the more uncompromising aspects of AS, pointing out that AS also brings enormous strengths to a relationship, and emphasizes the value of understanding. Including