Autism and Aspergers Books
60 Social Situations and Discussion Starters to Help Teens on the Autism Spectrum Deal with Friendships, Feelings, Conflict and More: Seeing the Big Picture
Teenagers and older children on the autistic spectrum are, like the rest of us, surrounded by complex social codes and rules that govern everyday interaction. Interpreting these and reading social... (more)
Asperger Syndrome in Adulthood: A Comprehensive Guide for Clinicians
A thorough overview of Asperger Syndrome for mental health professionals.
Interest in Asperger Syndrome is on the rise, but until recently it has been examined almost exclusively in children and... (more)
Securing Appropriate Education Provision for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Searching for the right school for a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) opens up a huge and complicated world, and it can be difficult to know where to begin. What should you look out for... (more)
Autism, Asperger Syndrome and Pervasive Developmental Disorder: An Altered Perspective
Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, is the umbrella term used to describe a whole family of related conditions. Within this group, there is a subgroup of conditions known as PDD (NOS) - Pervasive... (more)
The ASD Workbook: Understanding Your Autism Spectrum Disorder
A diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be confusing and overwhelming for all involved. This easy-to-use and interactive workbook has been created to help parents explain ASD to children... (more)
Social Enjoyment Groups for Children, Teens and Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Guiding Toward Growth
Young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) often feel uncomfortable and anxious in social situations, but socializing with classmates and colleagues can be made easier - and enjoyable - with... (more)
Siblings and Autism: Stories Spanning Generations and Cultures
What is it like to grow up with a sibling on the autism spectrum? What kind of relationship do such siblings have? How does that relationship change as the siblings get older? In this moving... (more)
Rising to New Heights of Communication and Learning for Children with Autism: The Definitive Guide to Using Alternative-Augmentative Communication, Visual Strategies, and Learning Supports at Home and School
Children with pervasive developmental disorders often do not learn from conventional methods, which can result in social isolation, behavior problems, limitations in communication, and slow academic... (more)
My Parent Has an Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Workbook for Children and Teens
Discovering that a family member is on the autism spectrum is an experience that affects the entire family, and can particularly disrupt the family when it is a parent receiving the diagnosis. The... (more)
Working with Asperger Syndrome in the Classroom: An Insider's Guide
Understanding Asperger Syndrome can be a real challenge, more so than ever for busy teachers and teaching assistants who simply dont have the time to plough through the wealth of complicated... (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)
My Child Has Autism, Now What?: 10 Steps to Get You Started
'Your child has autism' - four small words with the power to leave parents feeling helpless, overwhelmed and confused. This concise, no-nonsense book will empower parents to regain control of the... (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)
From Home to School with Autism: How to Make Inclusion a Success
Beginning primary school is a challenging time for most young children. For those with an Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) the significant changes involved can be overwhelming, and everyone involved... (more)
Connecting with Your Asperger Partner: Negotiating the Maze of Intimacy
Communication and intimacy can feel like a constant struggle in relationships where one partner has Asperger Syndrome (AS). For the neuro-typical partner (NT) in particular, this can be an endless... (more)
Transition or Transformation?: Helping Young People With Autistic Spectrum Disorder Set Out on a Hopeful Road Towards Their Adult Lives
Young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders can often find the step into adulthood and independence more difficult than their neurotypical peers, particularly where employment is concerned. Following... (more)
High-functioning Autism/Asperger Syndrome in Schools: Assessment and Intervention
Meeting a growing need for school-based practitioners, this book provides vital tools for improving the academic, behavioral, and social outcomes of students with high-functioning autism or Asperger... (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)
Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism
From leading authorities, this state-of-the-art manual presents the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), the first comprehensive, empirically tested intervention approach specifically designed for... (more)
The Myth of Autism: Medicalising Men's Social and Emotional Competence
In this groundbreaking book, the authors dispute the concept of autism and explore the cultural and political reasons why the number of those diagnosed with it has increased over the years. This is a... (more)
Effective Programs for Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder: Applied Behavior Analysis Models
This book is written for teachers, parents, and the many service providers who work with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Part I reviews the characteristics of ASD, summarizes the... (more)
Autism Spectrum Disorders Through the Lifespan
This professional textbook 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... (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)
Life at the Edge: Living with ADHD and Asperger Syndrome
Parenting a child with Asperger's syndrome is never easy, and adding ADHD to the psychological mix makes life even more difficult. In this searingly honest account of bringing up her son, Luke, Jan... (more)
Get Out, Explore, and Have Fun!: How Families of Children with Autism or Asperger Syndrome Can Get the Most Out of Community Activities
Many families with a child with autism or Asperger Syndrome feel that involvement in the community is not for them. This book sets out to change that, with a rich and varied menu of suggestions for... (more)
Autism and the Edges of the Known World: Sensitivities, Language, and Constructed Reality
In this intelligent and incisive book, Olga Bogdashina explores old and new theories of sensory perception and communication in autism. Drawing on linguistics, philosophy, neuroscience, psychology,... (more)
Aspergirls: Empowering Females with Asperger Syndrome
Girls with Asperger's Syndrome are less frequently diagnosed than boys, and even once symptoms have been recognised, help is often not readily available. The image of coping well presented by AS... (more)
A History of Autism: Conversations with the Pioneers
This title offers insights into the historical changes in the perception of autism and approaches to its treatment. This unique book is the first to fully explore the history of autism - from the... (more)
Stand Up for Autism: A Boy, a Dog, and a Prescription for Laughter
"When we tell someone that our child is autistic, the most common response is a sad face and an apologetic look. I hate it when people say 'I'm sorry to hear that'".
Parenting a child on the... (more)