Autism and Aspergers Books
The Creation of the Self and Language: Primitive Sensory Relations of the Child with the Outside World (+ DVD)
'This book, with its accompanying DVD, "NOW I AM A REAL KID" has made it possible for us to witness what David Rosenfeld’s treatment of Benjamin, a young boy with a diagnosis of autism, was actually... (more)
The Autistic Spectrum: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Over 500,000 people of all ages in the UK have disorders in the autistic spectrum. About one-third also have varying degrees of learning difficulty. All have impairment of social interaction,... (more)
The Little Book of Autism FAQs: How to Talk with Your Child about their Diagnosis and Other Conversations
Empowering and practical, this guide is the perfect companion for parents who are finding it difficult to tell their children about their autism diagnosis. It provides a realistic yet uplifting... (more)
Educating Girls on the Autism Spectrum: Developing an Integrated Approach
Addressing the gender gap in the understanding of autism, this book takes a multi-perspective examination of the key issues in education for girls with autism. This collection distills latest... (more)
Peers for Young Adults: Social Skills Training for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Social Challenges
PEERS for Young Adults presents the first evidence-based group treatment program for young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder as well as other developmental disorders and social challenges. Inside... (more)
The Autism Spectrum Guide to Sexuality and Relationships: Understand Yourself and Make Choices That are Right for You
Unravelling the complexities of relationships and sexuality, this straight-talking guide will help you to navigate the associated social, emotional and physical issues. Expert advice and real life... (more)
Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome in Children: A Guide for Parents, Teachers and Other Professionals
This straightforward guide offers a complete overview of Pathological Demand Avoidance Syndrome (PDA) and gives practical advice for overcoming the difficulties it poses in a wide range of contexts... (more)
Love, Sex and Long-term Relationships: What People with Asperger Syndrome Really Really Want
What are the motivations and desires behind relationship choices and sexual behaviour? Are they very different for those with Asperger Syndrome (AS) than for anyone else? Does having extreme... (more)
An Asperger Leader's Guide to Living and Leading Change
People with Asperger Syndrome (AS) often struggle with change and this is magnified when it is part of their professional role to manage and lead change. Written by a business leader with Asperger... (more)
CBT for Children and Adolescents with High-Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorders
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... (more)
The Passionate Mind: How People with Autism Learn
In this new book, Wendy Lawson examines traditional theories about the autism spectrum (AS) and reveals their gaps and shortcomings. Showing that a completely different way of thinking about AS is... (more)
No Fighting, No Biting, No Screaming: How to Make Behaving Positively Possible for People with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
Fighting, biting, screaming and other behaviours that challenge the people dealing with them are often triggered by unsuitable surroundings or unrealistic demands. In this fresh and effective... (more)
Learning About Friendship: Stories to Support Social Skills Training in Children with Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism
Making friends can be a challenge for all children, but those with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) can struggle more than most. This collection of ten fully illustrated stories explores friendship... (more)
Understanding and Supporting Children with ADHD: Strategies for Teachers, Parents and Other Professionals
Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be hard to include in a mainstream classroom, and managing their behaviour is often a challenge. Drawing directly from real classroom... (more)
Autism and Asperger Syndrome: Preparing for Adulthood
Second Edition. This title reviews what is known about adults with autism in terms of their social functioning and educational and occupational status, focusing on the problems experienced by people... (more)
Talulah's Rules
Talulah the baboon visits the watering hole on the hot Savanna to drink and mingle with the other animals. What the other animals do not realise is that Talulah finds the noises, sights, smells and... (more)
Autistic States in Children
Frances Tustin (1913-1994) was one of the first professionally trained child psychotherapists in Britain. Although internationally recognised for her pioneering therapeutic work with autistic... (more)
Thinking, Reasoning, and Decision Making in Autism
Thinking, Reasoning, and Decision Making in Autism provides fresh insights into the cognitive processes that underlie some of the typical characteristics of autism. Autism has long been considered an... (more)
The Autism Language Launcher: A Parent's Guide to Helping Your Child Turn Sounds and Words into Simple Conversations
This book guides parents in helping their autistic children to talk by using games that aid with language development. By responding to issues such as echolalia, scripting and repetitious language in... (more)
Inclusive Education for Autistic Children: Helping Children and Young People to Learn and Flourish in the Classroom
This book presents original, empirical research that reframes how educators should consider autism and educational inclusion. Rebecca Wood carefully unpicks common misapprehensions about autism and... (more)
Girls and Autism: Educational, Family and Personal Perspectives
Often thought of as a predominantly male disorder, girls on the autism spectrum have long gone unidentified, unnoticed, and unsupported - sometimes with devastating consequences for their social and... (more)
Take Charge of Treatment for Your Child with Asperger's (ASD): Create a Personalized Guide to Success for Home, School and the Community
Equipping you with the knowledge and tools to become an effective case manager for your child, this book provides straightforward, practical instructions to create a comprehensive guide to your... (more)
The Parent's Guide to Occupational Therapy for Autism and Other Special Needs: Practical Strategies for Motor Skills, Sensory Integration, Toilet Training, and More
With the help of this handy guide, you can bring tried and tested occupational therapy activities into your home and encourage your child to succeed with everyday tasks while having fun in the... (more)
The Essential Manual for Asperger Syndrome (ASD) in the Classroom: What Every Teacher Needs to Know
Perfect for time-poor teachers, Kathy Hoopmann's essential handbook is an easy-to-navigate resource that promotes a positive learning environment in which students with Asperger syndrome (ASD) can... (more)
The Verbal Behavior Approach: How to Teach Children with Autism and Related Disorders
The Verbal Behavior (VB) approach is a form of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), that is based on B.F. Skinner's analysis of verbal behavior and works particularly well with children with minimal or... (more)
CBT to Help Young People with Asperger's Syndrome or Mild Autism to Understand and Express Affection: A Manual for Professionals
There are many reasons why people on the autism spectrum may have problems expressing affection through words or gestures, and may not be able to get to grips with the way that neurotypical people... (more)
Early Start Denver Model Curriculum Checklist for Young Children with Autism
The ESDM Curriculum Checklist is used to comprehensively assess the skills of toddlers and preschoolers with autism across multiple developmental domains and to establish individualized teaching... (more)
Exploring Bullying with Adults with Autism and Asperger Syndrome: A Photocopiable Workbook
Bullying is a serious and pervasive issue for people with autism and Asperger Syndrome. This photocopiable workbook encourages adults who have been involved with bullying - as either victims or... (more)
Teaching children with autism to mindread: A practical guide for teachers and parents
This text looks at applying theory of mind to children with autism, and concentrates on the treatment of social and communicative abnormalities. 302 pages. (more)
Autism: An Inside-Out Approach: An Innovative Look at the 'Mechanics' of 'Autism' and its Developmental 'Cousins'
Challenging the stereotypes that surround the condition that is called 'autism', this book presents the many different faces of autism and autism-related conditions from an insider's perspective. It... (more)