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A-Z of Genetic Factors in Autism: A Handbook for Professionals
Over 80 genetic conditions have now been reported in people who have also been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). A number of these have specific implications for management and... (more)
Can the World Afford Autistic Spectrum Disorder? Nonverbal Communication, Asperger Syndrome and the Interbrain
The world affords to most of us a web of subliminal nonverbal communication that regulates our minds, indicates whether our beliefs have, or have not, social approval, and generally guides us. People... (more)
Fathering Your Special Child: A Book for Fathers or Carers of Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
This book offers a fun and accessible introduction for the father or carer of a child diagnosed with AS. Intended as a support tool in the initial period after diagnosis, "Fathering Your Special... (more)
First Steps in Intervention with Your Child with Autism: Frameworks for Communication
One of the major difficulties for children with autism is in developing social empathy in the same way as other children. The earlier this problem is addressed, the more effectively these skills can... (more)
A Special Book About Me: A Book for Children Diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome
This book offers a fun and accessible introduction for a child diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome (AS). Intended as a support tool in the initial period after diagnosis, "A Special Book About Me" is... (more)
Managing Meltdowns: Using the S.C.A.R.E.D Calming Technique with Children and Adults with Autism
In a chaotic or threatening situation, fear is the primary emotional response of an autistic individual. Often the initial physical response is to freeze. Meltdowns, or brain overloads can be scary... (more)
The Autism Checklist: A Practical Reference for Parents and Teachers
A practical resource filled with information, tips, and checklists for helping kids with autism. This useful, accessible guide offers teachers and parents a better understanding of children on the... (more)
Stop That Seemingly Senseless Behavior!: FBA-Based Interventions for People with Autism
This book follows-up on Dr Glasberg's previous book, Functional Behavior Assessment for People with Autism, with a guide to developing an effective behaviour intervention plan to stop undesirable... (more)
Art as an Early Intervention Tool for Children with Autism
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... (more)
Asperger Syndrome and Anxiety: A Guide to Successful Stress Management
On a daily basis people with AS must fit into a world that seems totally foreign to them and this can increase feelings of alienation and anxiety, making life's challenges especially hard to cope... (more)
Autism and Early Years Practice: Second Edition
This new edition of the leading book in autism and early years practice continues to provide excellent guidance for all early years students and practitioners on how to work with young children who... (more)
Group Interventions for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Focus on Social Competency and Social Skills
Given the significant core deficits in social interaction and communication that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) demonstrate, it is critical to understand and develop interventions which... (more)
The Imprinted Brain: How Genes Set the Balance Between Autism and Psychosis
Sets out a radical new theory of the mind and mental illness based on the recent discovery of genomic imprinting. Imprinted genes are those from one parent that, in that parent's interest, are... (more)
Autism and Its Medical Management: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Autism and its Medical Management clearly explains the medical aspects of autism and how both parents and professionals can use current medical knowledge to better understand how to address the... (more)
Coach Yourself Through the Autism Spectrum
Parenting a child with autism can be isolating, draining, and stressful. Parenting a neurotypical child alongside them is even more complicated and confusing. "Coach Yourself through the Autism... (more)
Motivate to Communicate!: 300 Games and Activities for Your Child with Autism
This accessible and practical photocopiable resource is brimming with ideas and guidance for motivating children with autism spectrum disorder or other communication difficulties. The clear and... (more)
Defeating Autism: A Damaging Delusion
In August 2005, a five-year old British boy with autism died while undergoing chelation therapy in the USA. Chelation is one of a range of biomedical treatments based on the theory that autism is... (more)
A Book About What Autism Can be Like
Chris and Andrew are very good friends, but sometimes Chris does things that Andrew doesn't understand. Chris can hear a fly buzzing when it's a mile away! But he doesn't like bright flashing lights... (more)
Adults on the Autism Spectrum Leave the Nest: Achieving Supported Independence
Children on the Autism Spectrum often grow up to find they are unable to cope effectively with the challenges of adult life. This book shows that, with the appropriate lifelong care from parents and... (more)
Asperger Syndrome and Employment: What People with Asperger Syndrome Really Really Want
The number of adults with Asperger Syndrome retaining full-time employment is extremely low in comparison to those who may be considered to have more limiting conditions and disabilities. This book... (more)
Girls Growing Up on the Autism Spectrum: What Parents and Professionals Should Know About the Pre-teen and Teenage Years
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... (more)
Appreciating Asperger Syndrome: Looking at the Upside - with 300 Positive Points
In many respects, Asperger Syndrome (AS) has a more negative image than it deserves, and often this is because of the challenge it represents to other people. In this book, Brenda Boyd challenges... (more)
22 Things a Woman Must Know If She Loves a Man with Asperger's Syndrome
Although having Asperger Syndrome (AS) can make romantic relations difficult, having a fulfilling relationship with an Asperger man is certainly not impossible. A woman in love with a man with AS may... (more)
The Complete Guide to Asperger's Syndrome
The Complete Guide to Aspergers Syndrome is the definitive handbook for anyone affected by Aspergers syndrome (AS). It brings together a wealth of information on all aspects of the syndrome for... (more)
Asperger Syndrome and Alcohol: Drinking to Cope?
This book exposes the unexplored problem of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) using alcohol as a coping mechanism to deal with everyday life. Alcohol can relieve the anxiety of social... (more)
Making Sense of Children's Thinking and Behavior: A Step by Step Tool for Understanding Children Diagnosed with NLD, Aspergers, HFA, PDD-NOS, and Other Neurological Differences
Offers parents and professionals a tool for understanding children with neurological differences. These children have an atypical view of the world, unique to their particular disability, which can... (more)
Social Skills for Teenagers and Adults with Asperger Syndrome: A Practical Guide to Day-to-day Life
This resource provides practical strategies for helping teenagers and adults with Asperger Syndrome to navigate social skills, friendships and relationships at home and in the community. The author... (more)
Autism Heroes: Portraits of Families Meeting the Challenge
Intimate, bold, and inspiring, Autism Heroes provides a compelling and sensitive account of the experiences of 38 families from different walks of life confronting the challenges of autism with... (more)
A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome: Solution Focused Approaches
A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome examines autism and Asperger Syndrome from the social perspective, rather than the medical perspective. It is based on a solution focused approach,... (more)
Autism, Discrimination and the Law: A Quick Guide for Parents, Educators and Employers
Autism, Discrimination and the Law outlines how the legal requirements of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 might be met for students and employees with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). What... (more)